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Makers / Maker's Age: Unknown
Date Made: 1730-60
Origin: England
School / Teacher:
Stitches: Satin,
Embroidery Thread: Wool
Foundation Cloth: Canvas
Dimensions: w x 22" h
Owner: NSCDA Kemper House, Cinncinatti, OH www.nscda.org
Inscriptions:
Predominant Motif: A shepherd holding a crook is standing in front of a seated shepherdess also holding a crook. Two trees with large leaves are in the background. Sheep, a dog and colorful birds, insects and flowers are spread throughout the work. Clouds in the sky.
History of Owner:
Published in american samplers by bolton & COE, 1921No