Name/Title
King David TapestryEntry/Object ID
2020.03.0001Description
A needlework tapestry depicting King David playing the harp. The tapestry was completed in 1882 by Harriett Ellen Kemp as part of her education at the Convent of Mary Immaculate. It is an exceptional example of a variety of needlework skills and artistic talent.Collection
Art CollectionMade/Created
Artist
Kemp, Harriet EllenDate made
March 22, 1882Time Period
19th CenturyPlace
City
Key WestState/Province
FloridaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaCounty
MonroeInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
SignatureLocation
Bottom Left CornerTranscription
Harriet Elliot KempLanguage
EnglishMaterial/Technique
PaintedLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
TapestryNomenclature Class
ArtNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsDimensions
Height
43-1/4 inWidth
37-1/4 inDepth
3 inWeight
50 lbCondition
Reason for Exam
At AcquisitionOverall Condition
Very GoodRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Convent of Mary Immaculate