Krickbaum, Mary

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Maker
Krickbaum, Mary
Date made
late 18th century
Origin
PA US
Stitches
Cross, Queen, Algerian Eye.
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: uppercase block, missing J. Numbers 1-9. Various narrow cross bands and cross and crown motifs. In the lower half are 3 wide bands: 1: with a central carnation flanked by doves and crowns. 2: small center cross flanked by crowned lions and larger crosses. 3: letter H, 2 carnations, two eyelet and one queen stitch motifs.
Inscription
M A R Y K R I C K B A U M //
Length Without Frame
9"
Width Without Frame
5 1/16"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
#79.80.30 Gift of Mrs. Wm. Hacker (Hope Randolph)
Owner
Allentown Art Museum, Allentown, PA
Owner Private
Allentown Art Museum