Hand-Embroidery on Linen Antique Textile Wall-Hanging Steuler This is the sort of

This is the sort of object one wants to arrange other things around

and seem to cry for slowing down and enjoying small daily rituals

some wear of paint along the edges of the lid and base where they meet

with some aging to the surface as accurately depicted in the photos

featuring a plaited cedar bark base and rim with cedar bark strip

Hand-Embroidery on Linen Antique Textile Wall-Hanging Steuler This is the sort ofThis very finely hand embroidered textile is an example of counted thread embroidery, on linen, with handanger strips (the white cutwork). I am not certain of its origin the palette and design feels rather Scandinavian, but it bears a strong resemblance to many antique Turkish embroidered textiles I have found. Definitely it is antique, I am guessing mid 19th century, and absolutely it was made with great skill. Truly a wonderful thing to live with,