Prudence Punderson was a young woman in Preston, Connecticut, around 1780. She embroidered this picture showing herself as a baby, as a young woman and in death. It is one of the earliest pieces to include an African American woman as part of a wealthy family's domestic scene. The Connecticut Historical Society staff member who showed it to me said with pride that this is exceptionally fine sewing.
As I practise embroidery and quilting,I can admire the work here; Beautiful, and moving too!
ReplyDeleteLovely painting representing moments of life!Really touching!
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i like this piece a lot!
ReplyDeleteit's exceptionally fine in many ways.
ReplyDeleteThe workmanship appears to be exceptional indeed. And the piece appears to be in very good condition too,
ReplyDeletePrudence is a perfect name for that era. Embroidery is a fine art and am happy that this wonderful piece has been preserved, appreciated and admired.
ReplyDeleteIt is a beautiful piece of craftsmanship.
ReplyDeleteSEW what? Grin!
ReplyDeleteFascinating art. I am sure she felt it was her story for the future and here we are enjoying it as we learn about her. Love it.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to see something like this -- particularly for those of us who've done similar work -- well, attempted to anyway at least in my case!! Great post for the day, Jack!
ReplyDeleteSuch fine work. The antithesis of Jackson Pollock on the instant gratification scale.
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely Jack!
ReplyDeleteI don't understand the skills involved in making something like this but I certainly respect those who have them!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fine piece of history. I cannot imagine sitting down and creating something like this.
ReplyDeleteNice piece of work.
ReplyDeleteGreat piece of needlework. Surprising to have beginning, middle and end of life shown in one picture.
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I know nothing about embroidering but it is great to see her interpretation from all those years ago.
ReplyDeleteI used to do crossstitch, so I can appreciate the workmanship that's gone into this piece Jack.
ReplyDeleteAn unusual kind of art!
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure - a walk through a life, the inclusion of the African American woman. Exceptional indeed.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like very fine needlework!
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