Description
This velvet cushion brings Buckbeak, the proud hippogriff from Harry Potter, to your sofa in gold embroidery on a deep blue ground. He leaps forward in mid-flight with his wings raised high. He has finely stitched feathers, a flowing tail and taloned front legs, and small gold stars are scattered around him. Across the wings, rows of tiny gold beads are sewn in among the stitching, so the feathers catch the light. The cushion is square, 40cm across, 40cm high and 13cm deep, with a flat flanged border framing the front.
At this size it sits comfortably on a sofa or armchair. It looks just as good propped against the pillows on a bed or tucked into a window seat or reading chair. The blue velvet works well with warm woods, brass and other gold tones. The bright gold outline stands out clearly against the dark pile, so the design reads well from across the room. It brings a quiet nod to the Harry Potter stories into a living room, bedroom or study without taking over the whole scheme, and one cushion is enough to give a plain sofa a focal point.
The back is plain blue velvet with a zip running along the top of the back panel, which keeps the front design clean and uninterrupted. Velvet has a soft pile that shifts in shade as the light moves across it, which gives the blue real depth. For care, we suggest the usual good practice for velvet: brush the pile gently with a soft brush, spot clean any marks with a damp cloth and take extra care around the beaded wings. Plump it now and then to keep its shape. It makes a thoughtful present, and it looks its best set beside plain cushions in cream or ochre that let the gold embroidery lead.
Specification
| Material |
Velvet |
| Colour |
Blue |
| Height |
40cm |
| Width |
40cm |
| Depth |
13cm |
| Weight |
0.4kg |
Frequently Asked
How big is the Buckbeak cushion?
It is a square cushion measuring 40cm across, 40cm high and 13cm deep, a comfortable size for a sofa, armchair or bed.
What is the cushion made of?
The cushion is velvet front and back, with gold embroidery and small gold beads sewn across Buckbeak's wings on the front.
What colour is the cushion?
The velvet is a deep blue, and the hippogriff design and the scattered stars are worked in gold, which stands out well against the dark pile.
How should I look after a velvet cushion?
We suggest general good practice for velvet: brush the pile gently with a soft brush and spot clean marks with a damp cloth, taking care around the beads.
Is the back of the cushion decorated?
No, the back is plain blue velvet with a zip along the top of the back panel, so all the decoration sits on the front.
Does it make a good gift?
Yes, the gold embroidery and beading make it a thoughtful present, and it sits happily on a sofa, armchair, bed or reading chair.