Bonnell, Susan (age 7)

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Maker
Bonnell, Susan (age 7)
Date made
1840
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross,
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
4 alphabets: not all complete. Numbers 1-6 and 1-(1)0. In the center a three story house, a large fir tree and a pot of flowers on each side. Two buildings and a large bird sitting on a branch at the bottom. Arcaded border all four sides.
Inscription
Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand / As the first effort of a youthful hand / And as her fingers on the canvas move / Engage her tender thoughts to seek thy love. / Susan Bonnell Aged 7 yrs February 1840
Length With Frame
19"
Wdith With Frame
17 1/4"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
#1997.7.100 Martha Clawson Reed Collection
Owner
Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY
Owner Private
Vassar College Loeb Art Center