Archibald, Elinor

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Maker
Archibald, Elinor
Date made
1804
Origin
Peel, Isle of Man England
Stitches
Cross, Satin.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A cross border with tulips and an unidentified flower. Two flower arrangements flank a central urn with flowers. Verse is in a scalloped cartouche flanked by birds and flower sprigs. Below that is a row of five flower sprigs. At the bottom the stitchers name and date is flanked by birds looking backwards and covered urns. Strawberry or acorn border all 4 sides.
Inscription
When I Survey the World, / With all its beautious frame: / Its great Creator I adore / And celebrate his name. / Elinor Archibald's / work Peel 1804 //
Length Without Frame
17 1/2"
Length With Frame
22"
Width Without Frame
14"
Wdith With Frame
18 1/2"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
Purchased.
Owner
Private collector
Owner Private
Campanelli / Private collector