Thanks to the folks who visited the Ridge Historical Society today for our Open House and to view "The Art of Ethel Wirtshafter" exhibit. Despite the freezing cold below-zero temperatures, and I do mean COLD, at least 100 people came over. We even had someone bring over her Ethel Wirtshafter batik to add to the display – making for three additional pieces added this week.
One of the new pieces added this week is posted here. It is one of Ethel's signature batiks, created using the ancient fabric-dyeing technique. The word that comes to mind when you see it in person is "exquisite."
For those who missed today's event, the exhibit will run through February 24. Arrangements may be made to view the exhibit by contacting RHS at 773/881-1675, or ridgehistory@hotmail.com.