Gotwals, Catherine

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Maker
Gotwals, Catherine
Date made
1842
Origin
PA (?) US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Canvas
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Various motifs of baskets of fruit and flowers, a carnation spray, a strawberry plant and a rose spray. Eight sided stars, small trees and flower motifs. Arcaded border all four sides.
Inscription
(Near the top): A Gotwals E Gotwals / (In the center): MS DS / CS SS / ES (At the bottom): Catherine Gotwals / Work A.D. 1842
Length Without Frame
13"
Width Without Frame
18"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1969-288-385 Whitman Sampler Collection, Gift of Pet, Inc. 1969
Owner
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia, PA
Owner Private
Philadelphia Museum of Art