Cut-paper Card with The Lord's Prayer 1825 - 1835

This intricate cut-paper card, created between 1825 and 1835 by American artist Martha Anne Honeywell, showcases a delicate floral motif surrounding a central inscription of The Lord's Prayer. Honeywell, known for her exquisite paper-cutting skills, employed vibrant colors and meticulous detail in this work, demonstrating the popularity of this art form in the early 19th century. The card is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, offering a glimpse into Honeywell's artistic talent and the devotional practices of her time.