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Allen, Abigail Crawford

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Maker
Allen, Abigail Crawford
Date made
1789
Origin
Providence, RI US
Stitches
Cross, Satin, Stem, Eyelet.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Oval with alphabets, numbers 1-9. Band of strawberries, flowering stems tied at bottom with bow surround oval on all four sides.
Inscription
Abby Allen May 29, 1789 Providence //
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#37.283
Owner
Rhode Islalnd School of Design, Providence, RI
Owner Private
Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art