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Makers / Maker's Age: Kent, Sarah Elizabeth (age 13)
Date Made: 1838
Origin: England
School / Teacher:
Stitches: Cross, Satin
Embroidery Thread: Silk
Foundation Cloth: Linen
Dimensions: w x 34 cm h
Owner: Private collector
Inscriptions:
Predominant Motif: Surrounding the passage are motifs of plants in pots and baskets, birds and insects. At the bottom on L and R a small scene with a bird on a pedestal, and a spotted dog with a house on the L side and a church on the R. Arcaded border all four sides.
History of Owner: Purchased
Published in american samplers by bolton & COE, 1921No