Kirby, Martha

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Maker
Kirby, Martha
Date made
1816
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Tent, Half-cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Canvas
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A t the bottom an urn with a bouquet of roses, carnations, tulips and other flowers. A border of flowers flows from the center bottom and meets at the top. Motifs of a flying bird, butterfly and a perched bird.
Inscription
Martha Kirby 1816
Length Without Frame
16"
Width Without Frame
16 1/4"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1969-288-126 Whitman Sampler Collection, gift of Pet, Inc. 1969
Owner
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia, PA
Owner Private
Philadelphia Museum of Art