In remembrance of my grandmother and uncle. My heartfelt thanks to you both :)
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Needlepoint in a Will
In her later years my grandmother did a fair amount of needlepoint pieces for each of her 5 sons. A few years ago one of my uncles gave me one that she had done titled Die Smiede ( The Smithy) which had been painted by Heinrich Burkel and was a kit from Wiehler Gobelin. It hangs in our living room & I love that I have this beautiful piece that she made. At a funeral last week I received something that another uncle had willed to me and it's rather humourous that I now have 2 of the same picture! I was touched that my Uncle Rudy remembered me of course but I'll have to find out from my other uncles if she did another. Good thing I have 2 daughters :)
In remembrance of my grandmother and uncle. My heartfelt thanks to you both :)
In remembrance of my grandmother and uncle. My heartfelt thanks to you both :)
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You have been doubly blessed with the gift of your grandmother's handwork. Obviously your uncle knew that you would appreciate it. Unfortunately, not everyone has a love for handmade. :) Hope you are having a lovely day. Tammy
ReplyDeleteIt is always wonderful to have family treasures. Interesting that you have two of the very same scene. It must have been quite a favorite in your family. Summer Sunshine Smiles...
ReplyDeleteHow neat to have received two!!! WOW! Your daughters will love their treasures!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely gift he knew it would be treasured in your family.
ReplyDeletelovely gift..really an antique treasure was handed over to you..lucky you!
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