Leap, Ann

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Maker
Leap, Ann
Date made
1801
Origin
Alexandria, VA US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Lady Liberty stands at the center holding a flag with 16 stars and with stripes and an eagle on it. Eight figures in small ovals: on the R - Washington, Jefferson, Columbus, Hancock, etc. Two Indians with bow and sheaf on the L with pine trees behind them. Sky, faces and hair are painted.
Inscription
Emblem of America 1 8 01 //
Length Without Frame
15 1/2"
Length With Frame
18"
Width Without Frame
11 1/2"
Wdith With Frame
14"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
Inherited
Owner
Peggy Brennan