J R

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Maker
J R
Date made
19th century
Origin
Mexico
Stitches
Satin, Stem, Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: uppercase block, missing the U and W and ends with X. Top and bottom of sampler has various cross bands in multi colors. Center has motifs of a large vase of flowers with sitting birds, chickens, a large deer, a small figure holding the reins of a horse. No border
Inscription
J R //
Length Without Frame
15 5/8"
Width Without Frame
13"
Historical Owner
#55.223.3 Mrs. Frances de Forest Stewart 1955
Owner
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Owner Private
Metropolitan Museum of Art