Rye straw threads hand embroidered with silk on linen fabric.
Framed in responsibly sourced UK ash wood.
Dimensions: h 40 cm x w 40 cm
This series of hand embroideries explores straw as ‘natural gold’. Using hand-spun rye straw threads - a craft developed in Switzerland in the 19th Century for the hat industry. This work builds on Hanny’s material and historical research into this little-known craft over the last 3 years, celebrating the beauty of natural tones and supple movement of this often overlooked, precious and sustainable natural material.
This piece is available for £145 per month with OWN ART. Find out more about OWN ART here or contact us admin@makersguildinwales.org.uk about applying for a OWN ART loan to finance the purchase.