McMachen, Elizabeth (age 9)

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Maker
McMachen, Elizabeth (age 9)
Date made
1834
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet,
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A large basket with flowers in the center surrounded by other flower sprays. A small bird at the bottom of the basket on each side. A border of large rose and rose bud border all four sides.
Inscription
Elizabeth Mc Machen aged 9 years Anno Domini 1834 //
Length Without Frame
17 1/4"
Width Without Frame
16 5/8"
Historical Owner
#1956.6.1 Donated by Miss Julia E. Spilcker
Owner
Maryland Historical Society, Baltimore, MD
Owner Private
Maryland Historical Society