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Coombs, Catharine G. (?)

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Maker
Coombs, Catharine G. (?)
Date made
early 19th century
Origin
New England US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Linen
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: 2 complete. Uppercase script goes to F then skips to T and finishes. Extra W near the bottom. One scroll cross band. Sampler is unfinished.
Inscription
Cathaine G C ( oombs written in pencil and not stitched ) /
Length Without Frame
6 3/4"
Width Without Frame
17 3/8"
Historical Owner
#1963.25.43 Gift of the estate of Helen Elizabeth Royce
Owner
Connecticut Historical Society, Hartford, CT