Ditcham, Caroline (age 12)

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Maker
Ditcham, Caroline (age 12)
Date made
1820
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Satin
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Identical motifs on both sides of plants, animals, birds perched on plants, flowers in baskets, eight pointed stars, butterflies, dogs. At center bottom a stag wearing a collar stands between two fir trees. Double saw tooth border all four sides.
Inscription
Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand, / As the first effort of infants hand, / And while her Fingers on the canvas move, / Engage her tender thoughts to seek thy love, Caroline Ditcham Aged 12 Years 1820 . //
Length Without Frame
13 3/8"
Width Without Frame
10 1/8"
Historical Owner
#1983.185 Gift of Mrs. Don H. Reuben through the Needlework & Textile Guild of Chicago
Owner
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Owner Private
Art Institute of Chicago