Prescott, Bethiah

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Maker
Prescott, Bethiah
Date made
Unknown
Origin
Essex County, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Stem, Satin,
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
In a stitched rectangle in the center a crest surrounded by various flower motifs in baskets, on mounds and on separate stems. A small bird just above, with baskets of flowers, strawberry plants and other flowers. Strawberry and flower cross band at top and bottom of the square. Reversing arcaded border of various flowers on all four sides.
Inscription
Bethia Prescott //
Length With Frame
19"
Wdith With Frame
20"
Original Frame
Unknown
Owner
J.V. Fletcher Library, Westford, MA
Owner Private
J.V. Fletcher Library