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1930’S Crewelwork - Tree of Life

1920 - 1940
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Charming little crewelwork panel of the tree of life, in lovely fresh original condition, being glazed and housed in its original oak frame, retailed by Boots circa 1930.

Height 33cm.  Width 35.5cm

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Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
35.5cm (13.98")
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Branching Out Antiques has dated this Framed Crewelwork Embroidery Picture to the 1930s.

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SA1180823
Description
Charming little crewelwork panel of the tree of life, in lovely fresh original condition, being glazed and housed in its original oak frame, retailed by Boots circa 1930.

Height 33cm.  Width 35.5cm

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
35.5cm (13.98")
Date of Manufacture

Branching Out Antiques has dated this Framed Crewelwork Embroidery Picture to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1180823
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Decorative & country house antiques, including art and taxidermy

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A square wooden frame enclosing a 1930s crewelwork embroidery depicting a leaping stag beside a stylised tree on a cream linen background.
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Archive I A square wooden frame enclosing a 1930s crewelwork embroidery depicting a leaping stag beside a stylised tree on a cream linen background.

1930’s CREWELWORK - TREE OF LIFE

Archive II A square wooden frame enclosing a 1930s crewelwork embroidery depicting a leaping stag beside a stylised tree on a cream linen background. View II
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Archive X A square wooden frame enclosing a 1930s crewelwork embroidery depicting a leaping stag beside a stylised tree on a cream linen background. View X
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A square wooden frame enclosing a 1930s crewelwork embroidery depicting a leaping stag beside a stylised tree on a cream linen background.
1930’s CREWELWORK - TREE OF LIFE
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A square wooden frame enclosing a 1930s crewelwork embroidery depicting a leaping stag beside a stylised tree on a cream linen background.
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Crewelwork is an ancient form of free-style surface embroidery using two-ply wool yarn stitched onto a heavy fabric ground, traditionally linen twill. Originating centuries ago, it achieved popularity in Jacobean England and saw periodic revivals during the Arts and Crafts movement and the early 20th century.

Traditional crewelwork utilizes crewel wool yarn, which is a thin two-ply wool thread, worked onto durable natural backing fabrics like linen, cotton duck, or canvas. Stitches typically include stem stitch, satin stitch, long and short stitch, and French knots to build textured, dimensional designs.

Authentic 1930s crewelwork often exhibits hand-dyed wool tones in soft earthy or muted pastels, rendered on natural unbleached linen or cotton grounds. Examination of the reverse reveals hand-knotted threads and irregular tension, distinct from modern machine-made imitations.

Framed needlework functions well as a focal point on a narrow wall space, within a gallery wall arrangement, or rested on a mantelpiece alongside ceramics and timber accents. The natural texture of the wool and linen adds depth to minimalist, country, or eclectic interior schemes.

Framed textile art should be kept away from direct sunlight and humid environments to prevent fading and mould growth. Cleaning should be restricted to gentle surface dusting or professional dry conservation; liquid washing can cause wool dyes to bleed and natural fibres to shrink.
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