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Patterns for basket, box and mat in woven straw
6338737 Patterns for basket, box and mat in woven straw by Lutz, A. (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Patterns for basket, box and mat in woven straw. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by A. Lutz after an illustration by Cornelis Borsteegh from Anna Barbara van Meertens Penelope, Or Maandwerk aan het Vrouwelijk Geslacht Toegewijd (Penelope, Monthly Magazine dedicated to the Female Sex), G.J.A. Beijerinck, Amsterdam, 1821. Van Meerten was an educator, writer and pioneer in womens rights in Holland.); © Florilegius
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1821 Amsterdam Anna Barbara Van Meerten Beijerinck Botanical Art Boxes Cornelis Borsteegh Craft Crate Educator Embroidery Furnishing Interior Design Needlework Penelope Pioneer Straw Wicker Womens Work Woven Authors Benelux Countries Book Author Copperplate Engraving Dutch Netherlands Handcoloured Hollander Hollanders Interior Decoration Netherland Netherlands Holland Dutch The Netherland
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This print showcases a collection of intricate patterns for baskets, boxes, and mats woven from straw. The handcoloured copperplate engraving by A. Lutz beautifully captures the delicate details of these traditional Dutch crafts. The illustration is taken from Anna Barbara van Meertens' renowned publication "Penelope, Or Maandwerk aan het Vrouwelijk Geslacht Toegewijd" (Penelope, Monthly Magazine dedicated to the Female Sex), published in Amsterdam in 1821. Van Meerten was not only an educator and writer but also a pioneer in women's rights in Holland. These patterns offer a glimpse into the rich heritage of Dutch craftsmanship and interior design. They were created during the 18th-19th century when straw weaving was highly valued as both an art form and practical skill. The image transports us back to a time when furniture and furnishings were meticulously crafted by skilled artisans. It evokes nostalgia for an era where attention to detail and creativity flourished. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, these patterns represent more than just decorative objects; they symbolize the empowerment of women through their involvement in craftwork such as needlework, embroidery, drawing, and furnishing. As we admire this botanical artistry captured by Cornelis Borsteegh's illustration technique, we are reminded of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage while celebrating the achievements of those who paved the way for gender equality.
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