Masters, Susan

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Maker
Masters, Susan
Date made
1808
Origin
Litchfield, CT US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A maiden in flowing Greecian style garb stands next to a harp. A large tree is on either side of her. All is done in a circle in center of sampler, surrounded by a floral drape with bows and a large flower at the top and a floral branch at the bottom.
Inscription
Entitled: Malvina (based on a character from poem of Ossian).
Length With Frame
22 1/2"
Wdith With Frame
23"
Original Frame
Unknown
Historical Owner
#1924-020-05
Owner
Litchfield Historical Society, Litchfield, CT
Owner Private
Litchfield Historical Society