Kelter, Cecelia (age 17)

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Maker
Kelter, Cecelia (age 17)
Date made
1829
Origin
Philadelphia, PA US
Stitches
Cross.
In Bolton & Co.
Yes Page 183
Predominent Motif
Large basket of flowers in upper corners. Scene with large two story house on a hill with a large green lawn with sheep, rabbits, dogs, men, bushes, trees, flowers, birds on trees and cornucopias of flowers. Strawberry inner border & and arcaded carnation border all four sides.
Inscription
(in floral cartouche near the top): Cecelia Kelter's / work done in the 10th year / of her age June 1st 1829 18 June 1829
Length With Frame
28 1/4"
Wdith With Frame
12 3/8"
Historical Owner
#1997.7.161 Martha Clawson Reed Collection
Bolton & Co. Page
183
Owner
Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY