Martin, Nabby

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Maker
Martin, Nabby
Date made
1786
Origin
Providence, RI US
Stitches
Satin, Stem, Cross, Tent, Eyelet.
In Bolton & Co.
Yes Page 62. Verses #97. 1786. Page 268. #617 (1). 1784. Page 333..
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Architecture: Providence Rhode Island Capital, Brown University. Various people in colonial dress. Many animals. Large floral side border.
Inscription
(At the top): To Colleges and Schools ye Youths Repair. / Improve each precious Moment while you're there. / (In the center): Let Virtue be / A Guide to thee. / (At center bottom): NABBY / MAR / TIN'S / WORK 1786 //
Length Without Frame
15"
Width Without Frame
10 3/4"
Historical Owner
#17.361
Bolton & Co. Page
62 Verse 97 & 617
Owner
Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, RI
Owner Private
Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art