Spiselig rørhat – wall piece – Gerda Bengtsson (GB)
- Motif: Group of edible boletes in different sizes surrounded by grass and blueberry sprigs.
- Size: 20 x 30 cm
- Thread: Danish Flower Thread
- Fabric: Haandarbejdets Fremme (HF) linen 10B (natural white)
- Designer: Gerda Bengtsson
Spiselig rørhat – wall piece – Gerda Bengtsson (GB)
The motif shows a group of boletes on the forest floor. The mushrooms are rendered in different sizes and arranged in a natural and calm composition.
The largest boletes rise in the centre, while smaller mushrooms are placed around them. The variation in height creates depth within the motif.
The caps are embroidered in warm brown shades. The lighter stems provide clear contrast, and subtle colour transitions emphasise the characteristic shapes of the mushrooms.
Around the mushrooms grow grass and small blueberry sprigs. The green leaves and blue berries add life to the motif and create a late-summer woodland atmosphere.
The composition is balanced and cohesive. The motif appears botanical and naturalistic, resulting in a classic embroidery focused on details from nature.
Edible bolete – wall piece – Gerda Bengtsson (GB) is worked in cross stitch with Danish Flower Thread on linen. The fine stitches highlight both mushrooms and surrounding plants. The result is a decorative nature motif in a traditional style.
About Haandarbejdets Fremme
Haandarbejdets Fremme is known for botanical and nature-inspired embroidery. The designs are based on precise forms and harmonious colours.
Gerda Bengtsson created many motifs featuring plants and natural subjects. Her embroidery designs are characterised by calm compositions and fine detail. Edible bolete is a classic example of her nature studies translated into embroidery.
