Jones, Harriot (age 13)

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Maker
Jones, Harriot (age 13)
Date made
1810
Origin
UK
Stitches
Cross, Tent, Satin
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Wool
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Various motifs of people, flowers, birds, a boat, a small house. Reversing arcaded border all four sides.
Inscription
ON / EDUCATION / (verse is not legible). (At the bottom): Harriot Jones sampler made in the year of our Lord 1810 Aged 13 //
Length Without Frame
23 1/4"
Width Without Frame
22 7/16"
Historical Owner
#1941-69-115 Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe
Owner
Cooper Hewitt Museum, NY, NY
Owner Private
Cooper Hewitt Museum