Kay, Deborah

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Maker
Kay, Deborah
Date made
1844
Origin
PA US
Stitches
Cross, Queen.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Flower motifs of bluebells, tulips, roses and lilies. Two lovebirds. Reversing arcaded carnation border on three sides. (Note: bottom portion of sampler may have been cut off or folded under the frame).
Inscription
Deborah Kay 1844 //
Length Without Frame
12.5"
Length With Frame
11"
Width Without Frame
16.5"
Wdith With Frame
18 5/8"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
Inherited.
Owner
Private collector
Owner Private
Nancy Ellis Lippincott