- Maker
- Hammitt, Elizabeth
- Date made
- ca. 1837
- Origin
- Philadelphia, PA US
- Stitches
- Cross, Satin, Stem,
- In Bolton & Co.
- No Verse #515. 1793. Page 319.
- Foundation Cloth
- Linen
- Embroidery Thread
- Silk
- Predominent Motif
- 5 very large flowers on a vine surround a cartouche with a verse enclosed. At the bottom a wide basket of flowers sits on a stand. Large flower motifs on both sides of a large bunch of grapes. Double saw tooth inner border and a meandering reversing arcaded carnation outer border on all 4 sides.
- Inscription
- (In a cartouche at the center top): Jesus permit Thy sacred name to stand / As the first effort of a youthful hand / And as her fingers oer the canvas move / Engage her tender heart to seek thy love. (At the bottom): Respectfully Presented to John and Sarah Hammitt / by their affectionate daughter Elizabeth Hammitt //
- Original Frame
- Yes
- Owner
- Private collector
- Owner Private
- Mrs. John T. Jameson
