Mid-Century Swedish Lily of the Valley Pin by Rune Tennesmed Burmese lacquer Only recently did I learn--through

Only recently did I learn--through my mother's sleuthing of pottery marks--that it was made by Michael Cohen

with earthy

could be put to use as a sifter or strainer

Is the painting based upon the story

with just a couple of loose/broken pieces of grass at the very outside edge

Mid-Century Swedish Lily of the Valley Pin by Rune Tennesmed Burmese lacquer Only recently did I learn--throughThis lovely pewter lily of the valley pin, vintage 1960s, was designed and signed by Rune Tennesmed of Sweden. It was my grandmother's, who purchased it in Sweden. Very mid century Scandanavian, and very sweet. 1. 75"x1. 25", very good condition, with a nice subtle sheen.