Laplana, Petra

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Maker
Laplana, Petra
Date made
1819
Origin
Spain
Stitches
Cross, Counted Satin, Upright Gobelin, Eyelet
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: uppercase block ending with N. Concentric bands of decorative borders, alphabets, and motifs. In the center a basket of flowers, urns with carnations and single rose blossoms. Sampler is worked from all four sides.
Inscription
L O H I Z O P E T R A L A P L A N A //
Length Without Frame
9 13/16"
Width Without Frame
11 15/16"
Historical Owner
#37.507 Gift of Mrs. Henry P. Kidder 1937
Owner
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, MA
Owner Private
Museum of Fine Arts