Lawle, Anne

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Maker
Lawle, Anne
Date made
1655-1665
Origin
England
Stitches
Cross, Montenegrin cross, Double running, Satin, Split, Trellis, Detached buttonhole.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: missing J and U, with Z done on line above. A top band of needle weaving, drawn and cut work with needle lace filling stitches. Various bands including one with a man and woman, tree and flowers, cross bands of flowers, birds insects, etc. No border.
Inscription
(Above the figures): A N N e L A W L e //
Length Without Frame
29 1/4"
Width Without Frame
9 1/2"
Historical Owner
#T.15-1928 Bequest of Dr. J.W.L. Glaisher
Owner
Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Owner Private
Fitzwilliam Museum