BK-1967-119
Cornelia Elisabeth Siewertsz van Reesema
ca. 1907 - ca. 1910
Medium
crocheting
Dimensions
33; 66; 155
About this artwork
length 155 cm x width 66 cm
Art Historical Context
Cornelia Elisabeth Siewertsz van Reesema's *BK-1967-119*, crafted around 1907–1910, is a striking example of early 20th-century textile. Measuring an impressive 155 cm in length and 66 cm width, this large-scale crocheted piece showcases the artist's mastery of a versatile medium. Crochet, involving a hooked needle to form interlocking loops of yarn or thread, was a popular domestic craft at the time, often used for decorative home goods like shawls, tablecloths, or bedspreads. In the context of the Belle Époque era, works like this highlight the rising artistic value of women's needlework tr...