08-14-201008-15-2010
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
August 14, 2010 03:00 PMCalender
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Two Framed Grenfell Hooked Mats

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$2,015$1,700
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2509Location: MarlboroughDate / Time: August 15, 2010 10:00AM

Description:

Two Framed Grenfell Hooked Mats, Grenfell Labrador Industries, Newfoundland and Labrador, early 20th century, composed of silk and rayon jersey strips, one depicting the island of Newfoundland and partial coastline of Labrador, with various motifs including the North Wind blowing, scattered houses, a spouting whale, and ships, 14 3/4 x 12 1/2; the other round, depicting a puffin in flight, dia. 12 in., in contemporary wood frames.
Estimate $500-700

Keywords

Grenfell Labrador Industries, Newfoundland, island of Newfoundland