Emmans, Peter

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Maker
Emmans, Peter
Date made
1836
Origin
MA (?), US
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Scattered motifs of acorns, a basket with designs, a bird on a branch , a standing birder, a small tree, two small designs. At the center bottom a large two color heart centered in a field of blue and brown rectangle. Crescent border all four sides.
Inscription
P e t e r E m m a n s / A u g u s t th 6 1 8 3 6 //
Length Without Frame
9 3/4"
Width Without Frame
8"
Historical Owner
#1978.31.15 Gift of Louise and Mike Nevelson
Owner
American Folk Art Museum, New York City, NY
Owner Private
American Folk Art Museum