Pelton, Cordelia (age 11)

View Favorites
Maker
Pelton, Cordelia (age 11)
Date made
1825
Origin
Manhattan, NY US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
One large basket of flowers with two flower sprays on each side. Across the bottom a small landscape with a house, trees, a black dog, flying birds, two running deer. In front of the scene is a small stream with three sets of water birds. Reversing arcaded flower border with a rose and rosebud at the center top.
Inscription
Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand / As the first efforts of a youthful hand / And while her fingers on the canvass move Engage her tender thoughts to seek thy love / With thy dear children let her share a part / And write thyself thy name upon her heart (At the bottom): Cordelia Pelton Aged 11 Years February 1 1182? New York //
Length Without Frame
20.875"
Width Without Frame
21.375"
Historical Owner
#C06.0215 Gift of Adele Duffie
Owner
Historic Richmond Town, Staten Island, NY
Owner Private
Historic Richmond Town/Staten Island Historical Society