Snyder, Susannah & Bastry, Rachel

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Maker
Snyder, Susannah & Bastry, Rachel
Date made
1838
Origin
PA US
Stitches
Cross, Satin,
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: both with all letters but uppercase script H is missing the R side. Narrow stitched lines and one wide cross band. Motifs of eight pointed star flowers and four insects. Reversing arcaded flower border all four sides.
Inscription
(After 2nd alphabet): 1 8 3 8 / (Below): su san nah snyder / ra chel bastry sep 28 //
Length Without Frame
17"
Width Without Frame
15.75"
Historical Owner
#1970.11378.001
Owner
Historical Society of Montgomery County, Morristown, PA
Owner Private
Historical Society of Montgomery County