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Maker
Unknown
Date made
ca. 1809
Origin
Portsmouth, NH US
Stitches
French Knot, Stem, Satin, Chenille.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A woman, holding an anchor in one hand, leans her elbow on a large tomb with an urn on top. A weeping willow is on the R. A couple is walking in the background on the R, and a boat with a fisherman is in the lake on the L.
Inscription
Affectionately Inscribed to / the Memory of / George Gains Esqier (sp), who / departed this life / April 25th 1809 Aged 72.
Length Without Frame
16 3/4"
Length With Frame
17 3/4"
Width Without Frame
13 3/4"
Wdith With Frame
14 3/4"
Original Frame
Yes
Historical Owner
#Y547
Owner
Lexington Historical Society, Lexington, MA
Owner Private
Lexington Historical Society