Elm – wall piece – Gerda Bengtsson (GB)
- Motif: Elm tree with characteristic leaf shape and a lightly branched crown, rendered with botanical simplicity and balance
- Size: 9 × 12 cm
- Thread: Danish Flower Thread
- Fabric: Haandarbejdets Fremme (HF) linen 10B (natural white)
- Designer: Gerda Bengtsson
Elm – wall piece – Gerda Bengtsson (GB)
"Elm" is a small, concentrated wall piece in which Gerda Bengtsson interprets the distinctive character of the elm tree with botanical clarity and a calm sense of overview. The motif depicts a slender tree with a clearly defined trunk and a light, spreading crown, where the leaves are rhythmically distributed along fine branches.
The leaf shape is precise and immediately recognisable. The small, oval leaves are rendered in carefully balanced green tones that add vitality without disturbing the overall harmony. The branches form an open network that introduces air into the composition and allows the tree’s structure to stand clearly.
The composition is simple and well balanced. The tree stands freely within the picture plane, given space to unfold its form. The vertical structure lends calm and stability, while the subtly offset branches introduce gentle movement.
The colour palette is subdued and natural. Green tones in the foliage interact with the neutral ground and a discreet, darker trunk. The expression is classic and timeless, marked by Bengtsson’s characteristic sensitivity to botanical accuracy.
Danish Flower Thread provides fine colour transitions and an even stitch structure that supports the lightness of the leaves and the delineation of the branches. The 10B linen fabric from Haandarbejdets Fremme offers a stable and calm base that highlights the motif’s precision in its small format.
As a wall piece, Elm functions as a discreet and refined botanical motif. It is well suited for retailers seeking small, naturalistic embroideries of high professional quality and a classic visual language that easily fits into collections or smaller displays.
