Mears, Arabell R.

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Maker
Mears, Arabell R.
Date made
1826
Origin
Danville, VT US
Stitches
Hem, Outline, Straight, French knots, Bullion knots, Satin, Cross.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
4 alphabets: uppercase script no w,x or z. One ampersand. Numbers 1-8. Wave border around alphabets with small flowers between. Large rose at center bottom with carnation border on both sides and across top.
Inscription
Arabell R. Mears / Danville. Vt Oct 23 1826 //
Length Without Frame
12 1/4"
Width Without Frame
16 1/2"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#64.1.72 Gift to the museum in 1969
Owner
Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge, MA
Owner Private
Old Sturbridge Village