An exceptional silk needlework picture done at Elizabeth Folwell’s academy in Philadelphia.
In spectacular color and condition, piece was worked at the school, and probably painted by Elizabeth’s husband Samuel.
Philadelphia, c. 1800-05; 22” x 24 1/2”.
Silk, watercolor and ink on silk with various motifs, including a pair of lovebirds, illustrating the concept of friendship
Piece is related to, and combines elements of figs. 410 and 412, Betty Ring, Girlhood Embroidery, v. II, pp. 382-3.
SOLD.
