SHAKER TREE OF LOVE PRINT
This print is a faithful reproduction of a rare Shaker gift drawing painted by Sister Polly Collins in 1857 at Hancock Shaker Village. Printed on acid-free paper. Framed under glass in a solid cherry wood frame, finished with hand-rubbed oil and wax. Framed size is 11" wide x 11 1/4" high. Ready to hang. Made in USA.
TOP, LEFT TO RIGHT
"A Tree of Love, a Tree of Life, by Holy spirits given.
August 1857
To help you Thro' this world of strife,
And cheer your path to heaven."
BOTTOM, LEFT AND RIGHT
"My love is increasing,
Tho' tempests should beat, and floods
may descend,
My love is increasing
I'll stand by your side, be your
Mother, & friend."
BOTTOM
"From Mother Ann To Nancy Oaks
Dictated by Polly Laurence."