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Three Crewelwork and Linen Panels, Made by Dame Margaret Rutherford, OBE
  • Property from the Collection of the Hudson Area Library
Lot 358

Three Crewelwork and Linen Panels, Made by Dame Margaret Rutherford, OBE

Estimate: $300 - $500
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$100
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Mounted on cardboard, unframed. 

The Whimsy Birds, 16 1/8 x 10 1/8 in.

The Blue Flowers, 18 x 12 1/8 in.

The Flowers in Willow Pattern Vase, 16 1/8 x 13 in.

Note: Dame Margaret Rutherford, OBE was an accomplished British stage, film, and television actor. Her first taste of fame followed her role in Noël Coward's play, Blithe Spirit, and her role in the 1945 screen adaptation solidified her presence in the zeitgeist. Although she started her career relatively late in life, Rutherford's comedic acting won her praise from critics and audiences alike, ultimately earning her a Golden Globe, an Academy Award, and a Special Tony award. 

Dame Rutherford's daughter, Dawn Langley Simmons, documented these crewelwork pieces as having been made by her mother. The Flowers in Willow Pattern Vase piece was also designed by Rutherford.

Condition

All three in good overall condition, with scattered light staining to the linen ground throughout. Minor fraying to the edges of the linen panels, particularly on the Whimsy Birds and Willow Pattern Vase pieces. Finely worked and charming pieces. 

Notwithstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.

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