Harber, Louisa (age 13)

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Maker
Harber, Louisa (age 13)
Date made
1847
Origin
England
Stitches
Cross, Petite
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Motifs of smallanimals, baskets with flowers, birds and flowers. At the center bottom is a fruit tree on a green lawn with sheep and birds. Lattice type border all four sides. Probably made while attending a charity school.
Inscription
Louise Harber Aged 13 / Years 1 8 4 7 // *Reproduction needlework chart available at www.ochs.org
Length With Frame
14.2"
Wdith With Frame
13"
Historical Owner
#1978.693a,b Mary Clark Thompson Collection
Owner
Ontario County Historical Society, Canandaigua, NY
Owner Private
Ontario County Historical Society