Walker, Ann

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Maker
Walker, Ann
Date made
1812
Origin
Chester County, PA US
Stitches
Chain, Pattern Darning
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Three blocks of darning in diamond and zigzag patterns at top. Center section of a block of darning in chain stitch that simulates knitting. Bottom third consists of three blocks of darning and zigzag patterns.
Inscription
A n n W a l k e r / W e s t o n S c h o o l / 1812
Length Without Frame
9 5/8"
Width Without Frame
8 5/8"
Historical Owner
#2008-135 Gift of Beatrix T. Rumford
Owner
Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA
Owner Private
Colonial Williamsburg
Name of School
Westtown School, Chester County PA