Evererd, Hannah (age 12)

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Maker
Evererd, Hannah (age 12)
Date made
1817
Origin
England
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Various motifs of flowers, a heraldic design, birds, trees, insects. A large two story building with three chimneys. Arcaded border with flowers all four sides.
Inscription
Flee sloth the canker of good sense and parts / Of health of wealth of honour and of arts / Those that court fame must not their senses please / Her chariot lags when drawn by sloth and ease 1817 / Hannah Evererd Aged 12
Length With Frame
17 7/8"
Wdith With Frame
17 1/2"
Historical Owner
#1997.7.114 Martha Clawson Reed Collection
Owner
Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY
Owner Private
Vassar College Loeb Art Center