Redfield, Julia (age 10)

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Maker
Redfield, Julia (age 10)
Date made
1826
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Satin, Rococo, Long-armed cross.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Canvas
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A large cornucopia with flowers and grapes on both R and L near the top. A large basket of flowers at the center bottom. A hare in a wood on the L, a swan on a pond on the R. One butterfly. An inner diamond shape border with an outer arcaded grape border all four sides.
Inscription
(Near the center top): Jesus permit thy gracious Name to stand / As the first effort of a Youthful hand / And while my finger's on this canvas move / Engage my tender heart to seek thy love / With thy dear children let me have a part / And write thy Name thyself upon my heart / Julia Redfield s Work in the 10th / Year of her Age April 12th / 1826
Length Without Frame
20 3/4"
Width Without Frame
22 3/4"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1969-288-316 Whitman Sampler Collection, gift of Pet, Inc. 1969
Owner
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia, PA
Owner Private
Philadelphia Museum of Art