Friday Show and Tell – Pineapple Motif

Show and Tell Friday is hosted by the very talented Kelli at There is No Place Like Home

In my second post for this blog, on September 25, 2007, I wrote about my use of pineapple motif items in my home. The pineapple is a symbol of hospitality. Years ago in New England a pineapple was prominently posted outside the home when the ship’s captain returned from a voyage. Friends then knew that visitors were expected and welcome.

Then in November 2008 I wrote about a large watercolor painting I’d gotten for just fifty cents.

Today I’d just like to share three of my pineapple items. First is a 12-inch tall green ceramic container, hand made in Portugal by Deartis.


I’ve embellished it with a white bow, which contrasts with the sculpted green surface.

This finial was a gift from a friend and sits on top of a small cabinet in my study.

It looks like carved wood, but is some sort of resin. It stands 14 inches tall.

The last item is in the dining room. It is a large 23-inch tall ceramic piece which I found at Marshall’s several years ago.

The pineapple is set in a large urn and reminds me of a topiary.

I hope that each of these pieces enhance the décor and add to the sense of welcome here at Oak Rise Cottage.

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