Green, Elizabeth

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Maker
Green, Elizabeth
Date made
late 18th/early 19th century
Origin
Voluntown, CT US
Stitches
Cross over 2, Algerian eye.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: each with the J and U, #3 ends with x. One ampersand. Numbers 1-9. Various cross bands. Bottom half has various motifs of a heart, a spray of roses, squares and designs with initials. Small border all four sides.
Inscription
Eli(s)abeth Green / of / Voluntown / E G E G / F / / (note: S is backwards.
Length Without Frame
11 3/4"
Width Without Frame
11 1/2"
Historical Owner
#1968.64.10 Museum purchase.
Owner
Connecticut Historical Society, Hartford, CT
Owner Private
Connecticut Historical Society