- Maker
- Punderson, Prudence
- Date made
- 1776-1780
- Origin
- Preston, CT US
- Stitches
- Surface Satin, Satin, Stem, Running
- In Bolton & Co.
- No
- Foundation Cloth
- Silk
- Embroidery Thread
- Silk
- Predominent Motif
- A man (St. James the Great) shown in profile, stands on a shore looking out to sea. He wears a long black robe, and a black hat with a wide brim. He holds a staff in his right hand. At his feet is a swan with partially outstretched wings. At sea is a three masted sailing vessel. (One of 12 silk needlework pictures, each depicts an apostle).
- Inscription
- (Hand written in black ink at the bottom): St. James the Great / He was beheaded at Jerusalem.
- Length Without Frame
- 9 1/2"
- Width Without Frame
- 8 1/2"
- Original Frame
- Unframed
- Historical Owner
- #1962.28.31 Gift of Newton Case Brainard
- Owner
- Connecticut Historical Society, Hartford, CT
- Owner Private
- Connecticut Historical Society
