R, A.

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Maker
R, A.
Date made
early 18th century
Origin
PA US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Predominent Motif
9 alphabets: each one missing the J, the Q, UV XY and Z. Numbers 1-6, 7-11. Bottom third of sampler is filled with many bird motifs of various size and shapes. Pots of flowers, a crown, eight-sided star, one female figure, small animals. No border.
Inscription
(In the center bottom): A (A heart) R //
Length Without Frame
10"
Width Without Frame
25"
Historical Owner
#1991.15 Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Murphy Berger
Owner
Westmoreland Museum of American Art, Greensburg, PA
Owner Private
Westmoreland Museum