Object number2024.24.12
Sampler
Date1814
Artist
Jane Tucker Pering
CultureEnglish
MediumSilk threads on linen ground
DimensionsSight (tall rectangle): 17 7/8 x 12 7/8 in. (45.4 x 32.7 cm)
Framed (modern frame): 21 3/4 x 16 7/8 x 7/8 in. (55.2 x 42.9 x 2.2 cm)
Framed (modern frame): 21 3/4 x 16 7/8 x 7/8 in. (55.2 x 42.9 x 2.2 cm)
Credit LineGift from the collection of Linda Ford Wallace
On View
Not on viewPeriod19th c
Classification(s)
SignedAt center: Jane Tucker Pering
InscribedStitched at center, in black thread: Jesus. Permit thy gracious name to stand. / As the first effort of an infants hand. / And when my fingers oe'r the sampler move / Engage my tender heart to seek thy love. / With Thy dear Children let me share a part / And write the name of Jesus on my heart. / Jane Tucker Pering's. Work. 1814 / Completed in her 9th Year.
ProvenanceLinda Ford Wallace CollectionDescriptionJane Tucker Pering has worked a formal symmetrical composition featuring an urn with cascading flowers above a shield bearing her verse and inscription , and a large flower basket in the lowest register , all flanked by matching trees, birds, flowers and flower baskets and surrounded by a floral border. The unusual elongated angels hovering over the large basket are also seen in the 1835 Mary Ann Seldon sampler in this collection (2024.24.13) , Mary Ann Seldon was also born in Devon. Thread colors are pink, green, tan and blue .
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