E. F.

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Maker
E. F.
Date made
1795
Origin
Philadelphia, PA US
Stitches
Cross, Darning, Single Satin, Algerian Eye, Chain, Satin, Buttonhole
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk, Lilnen
Predominent Motif
A beautiful depiction of large circular flowers done in various designs with open work and smaller flowers. A basket at the bottom with three large flowers and two birds perched on the bottom of a vine border with berries and flowers that flows around all four sides.
Inscription
(In the center L): E . F. / 1 7 9 5 //
Length Without Frame
16 1/2"
Width Without Frame
11 1/2"
Historical Owner
#1928.192 Gift of Mrs. Potter Palmer II
Owner
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Owner Private
Art Institute of Chicago