Walker, Rebecca Mary

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Maker
Walker, Rebecca Mary
Date made
ca. 1812-1815
Origin
Emmitsburg, MD US
Stitches
Cross, Satin, Laid, Chenile Knots
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
The "White House" at St. Joseph's Academy is at the center. It is two stories high with 8 windows, with 3 dormers and a path to the front door through a grassed lawn. A large tree on the R side. Double saw tooth border across the top and down both sides. Sampler is unfinished.
Inscription
No inscription
Length Without Frame
10 1/4"
Width Without Frame
17 1/2"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
Done at St. Joseph's Academy in Emmitsburg, MD.
Owner
The Daughters of Charity, Emmitsburg, MD
Owner Private
Daughters of Charity
Name of School
St. Joseph's Academy, Emmitsburg, MD