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<p>[QUOTE="2manybooks, post: 9728856, member: 8267"]From the close up, it does not look like needlepoint. It looks more like a commercial machine woven door mat. (Although it would be odd to frame a door mat.) But without a detailed view of the back and/or an edge, it is difficult to determine how it was made.</p><p><br /></p><p>Perhaps if you can give us some more information and photos. How big is it? Can you show us the entire piece, including the frame, and a view of the back? Sometimes the frame and backing can provide clues for a possible date. If your camera is capable of a more detailed closeup, that might be helpful, particularly the area of the "signature". Try to get as close as you can, still producing a clear, focused image. When posting your photos, please select the option for "Full Size" rather than thumbnail. It makes things easier for us to see.</p><p><br /></p><p>Sometimes members here recognize things immediately, but other items may require some research. The more information you can give us, the better chance we can come up with an answer for you.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="2manybooks, post: 9728856, member: 8267"]From the close up, it does not look like needlepoint. It looks more like a commercial machine woven door mat. (Although it would be odd to frame a door mat.) But without a detailed view of the back and/or an edge, it is difficult to determine how it was made. Perhaps if you can give us some more information and photos. How big is it? Can you show us the entire piece, including the frame, and a view of the back? Sometimes the frame and backing can provide clues for a possible date. If your camera is capable of a more detailed closeup, that might be helpful, particularly the area of the "signature". Try to get as close as you can, still producing a clear, focused image. When posting your photos, please select the option for "Full Size" rather than thumbnail. It makes things easier for us to see. Sometimes members here recognize things immediately, but other items may require some research. The more information you can give us, the better chance we can come up with an answer for you.[/QUOTE]
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