Fantastically Graphic 1877 DF & L Mecahnical Ventilator Grate vintage signed artwork who played a "working" role

who played a "working" role

and one small tear in the print at top center

9 1/2" x 8"

and making me wonder if perhaps this embroidery paid homage to the loss of a beloved pet

Fantastically Graphic 1877 DF & L Mecahnical Ventilator Grate vintage signed artwork who played a "working" roleI swooned when I saw this, among the most beautiful readymades I've ever seen! As far as antique ventilator grates go (ha!) this is a rare and highly collectible one, and this one has held onto its color beautifully, including some old red paint still on the center knob, which operates smoothly to open and close the grate. With an 1877 patent date on one side and just truly gorgeous; I'd hang it on the wall straight away. 7 inches in diameter.