Anna’s Lace Garden, 1972

“Anna’s Lace Garden”

This handcrafted cotton bedspread, titled “Anna’s Lace Garden”, is a stunning tribute to the timeless tradition of needlecraft passed down through generations. Created by Anna Tsetsos around 1972, the bedspread showcases her mastery of crochet lacework in a symphony of floral motifs and delicate geometric arrangements. Woven entirely by hand, its intricate pattern dances across the fabric in white cotton thread, offering texture and elegance that remains as captivating today as it was decades ago.

The edges bloom with a scalloped floral border, adding softness and depth to the overall design. Inspired by the gardens of her childhood and crafted with care in a sunlit village home, this piece reflects the patience, skill, and heart of its maker. Whether adorning a bed or displayed as textile art, Anna’s Lace Garden preserves both heritage and personal history in every stitch.

Details

• Materials: 100% Cotton
• Width: 240 cm / 94.49 in
• Length: 265 cm / 104.33 in
• Weight: 2.1 kg / 4.6 lbs
• Year made: 1972
• Condition: Excellent
• Prior Use: None. It’s a unique piece, safely kept in our privately owned collection of valuable rare items.

Anna Tsetsos – Artist Bio

Anna Tsetsos is a contemporary Greek ceramic artist whose work bridges ancestral tradition with modern emotional expression. Born into a family of artisans in the northern Greece, Anna’s creative journey began at the intersection of folk craft and fine art. Her hand-thrown and handpainted ceramic pieces are infused with memory, symbolism, and the tactile rhythms of Mediterranean life.

Guided by a reverence for storytelling, Anna’s work draws from Byzantine iconography, mosaic forms, and floral motifs found in ancient Greek textile patterns. Each piece is a meditation on color, form, and emotion—crafted not just to be seen, but to be felt. She describes her process as “painting with instinct, sculpting with memory.”

Anna’s studio practice honors slow craftsmanship. Every plate, vessel, or tile is one-of-a-kind, made using natural materials and sustainable techniques. Her work has been featured in boutique galleries across Europe and has found a home in private collections that value authenticity, history, and soul.

Through her art, Anna invites viewers to reconnect with the sacred beauty of the everyday—transforming utilitarian objects into timeless expressions of joy, heritage, and presence.