Richards, Elizabeth M. (age 7)

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Maker
Richards, Elizabeth M. (age 7)
Date made
ca. 1790
Origin
PA US
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet, Stem, Satin
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A two story house in the center with a tree on each side. To the R is a man and woman in colonial dress. On the lawn in front of the house are two young girls and a boy, 5 sheep and a basket of flowers. Arcaded tulip and carnation border all four sides.
Inscription
Elizabeth M. Richards Her Work In Her / 7th Year
Length Without Frame
27 2/4"
Width Without Frame
16 1/4"
Historical Owner
#1897.10.1 Gift of Mr. H. F. Dure
Owner
Delaware Historical Society, Wilmington, DE
Owner Private
Delaware Historical Society