Embroidery "The Pink Chair"

Artist/Maker

DatesMade: Made 2016

Material / Technique

Dimensionsh x w: Mått 190 x 122 cm

Inventory numberNMK 40/2017

AcqusitionGift 2017 Nationalmusei Vänner, Bengt Julin Fund

Other titlesTitle (sv): Broderi "Rosa stolen" Title (en): Embroidery "The Pink Chair" Label (sv): "Rosa stolen" Label (en): "The Pink Chair"

DescriptionDescription: The embroidery tells a story on women’s struggle for equal rights. The scenes recount the contemporary Swedish debate and historical events. Textile techniques are often associated with feminine creative work, and the 20th century modernists defined embroidery and crocheting as unnecessary pottering – women should spend time on more socially useful activities. Crafts combined with political activism are sometimes called craft-ivism.

Collection

MaterialSilkesgarn, Bomullsgarn, Linen damask (Weave, Damask)

TechniqueEmbroidery

Object category