Rae, Frances

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Maker
Rae, Frances
Date made
1797
Origin
Yorshire, England
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet, Stem
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Wool
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A medalion sampler done at the Ackworth School. Motifs of birds, a swan, and flowers done in wreaths and octagons.
Inscription
(At the center) F r a n c e s R a e / A C K W O R T H / S C H O O L / 1797 //
Length Without Frame
17 1/8"
Width Without Frame
12 5/8"
Historical Owner
#1941-69-37 Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe
Owner
Cooper Hewitt Museum, NY, NY
Owner Private
Cooper Hewitt Museum