Hood from Skjoldehamn - embroidery motif from Arhus

The shape of the hood is based on a find from Skjoldehamn on the Norwegian island Angoya. It's made with two rectangles sewn to each other on top of the head. In the front and back two square wedges were set in. Sewn high under the throat to protect from wind and cold. On the inside a complete lining of black linen. In front of the hood is hand made embroidery, made with woolen threads sized 11 cm x19 cm. The motif of embroidery comes from rune stone, Arhus, Denmark. 
Hood made of black 96% wool. Fabric has been washed before sewing. Hood should be hand washed in 30C. The inside was sewn with a machine, every visible stitch is hand made with linen thread. Ideal for cold days.

Length of hood 67cm, width 42 cm.