Bradshaw, Mary (age 9)

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Maker
Bradshaw, Mary (age 9)
Date made
1835
Origin
England
Stitches
Cross, Satin.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Wool
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Mirror image sampler (both sides have the exact same motifs): Rows of various floral designs done in series of 5 per row with small trees and other small motifs between each. Cartouche in lower center with verse surrounded by birds in flowery branches on both sides. Trees and black swans in lower R and L corners. Reversing arcaded strawberry border all 4 sides with small baskets in lower right and left corners.
Inscription
(Done in cartouche) ; To you / My dear mother / This work I presen(t) / And hope it will please you / And give you content / Then iI'll through my life / Use my utmost endeavors / To please you I seek you / Future kind favours / Mary Bradshaw / 1815 / (Below cartouche); Aged 9 //
Length Without Frame
22"
Width Without Frame
22"
Historical Owner
Purchased
Owner
Private collector
Owner Private
Page Dorsey