Brown, Ann

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Maker
Brown, Ann
Date made
1803
Origin
Unknown
Stitches
Cross, eyelet.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Wool
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A tree between two baskets of fruit at the top. The middle section has a grapevine, stags and cornucopias filled with flowers. Below are birds and fleur de lis motifs. Strawberry vine border all four sides.
Inscription
Trust ye in the Lord for ever for in the / Lord Jehovah is Everlasting Strength / Keep such Company as will improve you / Ann Brown 1803 //
Length Without Frame
12 3/4"
Length With Frame
14"
Width Without Frame
12 3/4"
Wdith With Frame
14 1/8"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
Donated by Mrs. Harrold E. Gillingham.
Owner
NSCDA Philadelphia, PA
Owner Private
NSCDA PA