It is seriously cold here today and the only time I am leaving the house is to grocery shop. So, I decided to share a unique piece that I own with you. The monkey belongs to Teddy.
This chest has a very unusual picture burned into it. This practice is called pyrography or wood burning. If you look closely at the top of the chest you will see a big toad holding a round plaque with someone's initials burned into it. I have never quite deciphered the initials.
Click for a better look. There is an old witch hunched over a pot. There are nymphs in the smoke coming out of the pot. If you look closely you will see all kinds of creatures. There are snakes and lizards and bats.
Next to the pot is a mortar and pestle. She is adding ingredients. I really wish I knew this pieces history.
Try to stay warm today!
Comments
I don´t think I´ve ever seen such a big object have wood burnings. Usually it´s only initials or some kind of frame aropund the object. I really like this chest!
Have a great day now!
Christer.
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It is truly awesome!!
I can't help but wonder if those aren't initials at the top, but a very artistic rendition of one of signs of the Zodiac. Perhaps Capricorn, with the added flourishes?
It almost reads like a picture story book! Truly an outstand piece! Thank you SO much for sharing it with us!
Stay warm!! :-)
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Stay warm!
BTW, good idea about the leg warmers for Teddy (aka, Jane Honda -- LOL!).