Horsman, Emma (age 11)

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Maker
Horsman, Emma (age 11)
Date made
1835
Origin
Yorkshire, England
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Not given
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: uppercase block 26 letters. Large basket of geometric flowers in upper center of sampler. House with a girl outside in lower R corner, large geometric tree in center and various motifs scattered about. No border.
Inscription
TH * MH * WH * EH * SH * / / Beneath a weeping willow tree / Which ore a Fountain hung / A lonely Pilgrim I did see / And oh how Sweet She Sung / Emma Horsman aged 11 / Jan 1835 //
Length Without Frame
15 3/4"
Length With Frame
17"
Width Without Frame
16 3/4"
Wdith With Frame
18"
Historical Owner
Inherited.
Owner
Private collector
Owner Private
Mrs. Hugh Connolly