
Kurv med påskeliljer – wall piece – Gerda Bengtsson (GB)
- Motif: Basket with daffodils in full bloom, rendered botanically with dense flower heads and gently overhanging green leaves
- Size: 13 × 18 cm
- Thread: Danish Flower Thread
- Fabric: Haandarbejdets Fremme (HF) linen 10B (natural white)
- Designer: Gerda Bengtsson
Kurv med påskeliljer – wall piece – Gerda Bengtsson (GB)
"Kurv med påskeliljer" is an atmospheric wall piece in which Gerda Bengtsson interprets one of spring’s most characteristic flowers with botanical confidence and calm clarity. The motif depicts a low, wide basket filled with daffodils standing closely together to form a unified, rounded floral surface.
The daffodils are rendered with clearly defined trumpet-shaped coronas and soft, overlapping petals. The yellow tones vary subtly from pale to more saturated hues, adding depth without creating heaviness. The green leaves gently spill over the edge of the basket, introducing movement and life into the composition.
The form of the basket provides weight and grounding to the motif. It acts as a stable counterpoint to the upward rhythm of the flowers, creating balance between the decorative and the naturalistic. The interaction between basket and blooms results in a calm and well-composed whole.
The colour palette is classic and spring-bright. The yellow flowers stand out clearly against the green leaves and the neutral ground, which lends the motif air and clarity. The expression is simple and concentrated, yet rich in detail through both stitch work and colour transitions.
Danish Flower Thread contributes an even structure and lively nuances that highlight the distinctive forms of the daffodils. The 10B linen fabric from Haandarbejdets Fremme provides a stable, lightly textured base that supports the botanical motif and the precise embroidery.
As a wall piece, Kurv med påskeliljer functions as a clear spring motif, well suited for both seasonal displays and botanical collections. The design appeals to retailers seeking classic floral embroidery of high professional quality and a timeless expression.
