Horner, Ann

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Maker
Horner, Ann
Date made
1816
Origin
PA ? US
Stitches
Cross, Satin, Rococo
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Canvas
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Motifs of a basket of fruit, a bird in a bower, a large tulip, two facing birds, a red bird on a branch, a strawberry plant, a diamond shape with flower trim. At the bottom a plant, some trees, a dog beneath a tree, a bird in a bower, and other motifs. A rolling rose and lily border up both sides and a small flower border across the top.
Inscription
(at the top): Ann Horners / work wrought at / Greenville School (PA?) / 1816 (In the lower half): The loss of a friend is great / The loss of a Parent is more / The loss of Jesus Christ / Is more than we can restore / /
Length Without Frame
17 3/4"
Width Without Frame
17 3/4"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1969-288-256 Whitman Sampler Collection, Gift of Pet, Inc. 1969
Owner
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia, PA
Owner Private
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Name of School
Greenville School, (PA?)