R., FR

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Maker
R., FR
Date made
1807
Origin
Austria
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Sampler is worked from two sides. (Side 1) 3 alphabets: all missing some letters. Numbers 1-10 done twice. Row of crown motifs. On the L a large square with various cross bands. (Side 2) Scattered motifs of chickens, dog, key, lobster, plants, a chair, hearts, a wreath, animals, and others. No border.
Inscription
IC IS / 1807 RFR
Length With Frame
22 1/4"
Wdith With Frame
17 5/8"
Historical Owner
#1997.7.24 Martha Clawson Reed Collection
Owner
Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY
Owner Private
Vassar College Loeb Art Center