Sampler

c. 1940

Charles Roadman

Associated Names
Charles Roadman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of embroidered floral designs. The image contains two pieces of fabric with embroidery. The left piece shows various flowers and a bird in flight. The right piece displays a large red rose with two green leaves and a butterfly on top. Below it, a stitched inscription reads, "Annamaria Bullz WrouGht this sample in the year 1831." The embroidery features vibrant colors like reds, greens, and yellows against a neutral fabric background. The needlework and patterns reflect traditional 19th-century embroidery styles.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 33.3 x 45.7 cm (13 1/8 x 18 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.25


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Chas. Roadman.

Wikidata ID

Q64538837

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