Handcrafted Bedspread with Floral and Avian Motifs – Circa,1972

Handcrafted Bedspread with Floral and Avian Motifs | Circa 1972

This exquisite red and cream bedspread is a captivating example of Greek domestic textile artistry from the 1970s. Entirely handmade, it showcases intricate needlework featuring bold floral patterns and elegant birds woven into the central panels, framed by repeating geometric and botanical borders.

The warm crimson and soft cream threads are tightly crocheted, giving the bedspread both texture and visual depth. Its distinguishing feature is the charming twisted cord fringe, which adds a dynamic, tactile quality to its edges and recalls traditional decorative techniques of the time.

Lovingly crafted with care and patience, this bedspread is a celebration of craftsmanship passed down through generations. A beautiful blend of utility and ornamentation, it reflects the artisan’s deep connection to heritage and home.

Details

• Materials: Wool
• Width: 200 cm / 78.74 in
• Length: 230 cm / 90.55 in
• Weight: 3.1 kg / 6.8 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.