Poler, Margaret H.

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Maker
Poler, Margaret H.
Date made
1868
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Canvas
Embroidery Thread
Wool, Silk
Predominent Motif
Two large bouquets of various flowers are at the top. A white square is at the far R. At the center bottom a very large basket of flowers is flanked by four smaller flower motifs. A small floral spray in both upper corners. Arcaded carnation border at top and bottom and arcaded strawberry border on both sides.
Inscription
(At top center): Margaret H. Poler / 1868 (On bottom L): D Y *P (On bottom R): S* H * P
Length Without Frame
20 3/4"
Width Without Frame
20"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1969-288-270 Whitman Sampler Collection, gift of Pet, Inc. 1969
Owner
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia, PA
Owner Private
Philadelphia Museum of Art