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Scandinavian Modern Needlework Pillow, Sweden, 1950’s

About the Item

Introducing a Timeless Scandinavian Modern Needlework decorative pillow from the 1950s. Elevate your space with a touch of vintage charm and Scandinavian elegance. This exquisite Modern Needlework Pillow hails from Sweden, a true representation of the iconic design aesthetics that emerged in the 1950s. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this pillow encapsulates the essence of mid-century Scandinavian artistry. DESCRIPTION This is a small decorative pillow with light blue, dark blue and mustard yellow embroidery on white background. There is no removable pillowcase, the embroidery is made directly on to the pillow.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.76 in (7 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 9.85 in (25 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    The mustard yellow hem of the pillow is somewhat loose on some spots. The mustard yellow zig zag stitching outside of the blue frame in the middle of the pillow is coming off. Some other threads could be loose but the overall impression is quite good.
  • Seller Location:
    Grythyttan, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8757235720442
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