Lewis, Elizabeth

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Maker
Lewis, Elizabeth
Date made
early 19th century
Origin
PA US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A green lawn on the bottom with some sheep, a squirrel, rabbit, and other animals. Many birds and various flower motifs. A flowering vine border up both sides and across the top.
Inscription
(In a rectangular cartouch): Elizabeth Lewis' / / Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand / As the first effort of A youthfulhand / And as her fingers on the canvas move / Engage her tender heart to seek thy love / With thy dear children let her have a part / And write thy name thy self upon her heart
Length With Frame
20 1/4"
Wdith With Frame
20 3/4"
Historical Owner
#1997.7.134 Martha Clawson Reed Collection
Owner
Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY
Owner Private
Vassar College Loeb Art Center