Woman with a Parasol Ornament

One of the most well-known artists of the Impressionist art movement of the late 19th Century, Claude Monet was known for often painting his wife Camille Monet. Now in a lovely ornament based on Monet's famous painting Woman with a Parasol- Madame Monet and Her Son, evokes the peak of late 19th Century fashion and domesticity. Makes and excellent gift or holiday ornament.

Designed in the UK, St. Nicolas specializes in bespoke holiday decorations. All of their decorations are handmade, and the time taken to make each one is reflected in their unique quality. For 25 years, St. Nicolas has worked with a small Christian charity in Thailand that helps disadvantaged rural women find work in their community rather than being forced to leave home to work in a factory. Today, some 200 skilled women work at home sewing these ornaments, many of whom have been doing so for over 10 years.

Each St. Nicolas Ornament is made using the traditional method of zardozi embroidery. Zari (meaning gold) embroidery originated in Persia and reached India in the 12th century. It is a highly skilled embroidery technique that traditionally uses gold wires and jewels to embellish courtly robes. Zardozi work is a rare and respected craft, with skills passed down from generation to generation.