Duncan, Sophia

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Maker
Duncan, Sophia
Date made
1843
Origin
Bridgeport, CT US
Stitches
Cross, Long arm cross, Eyelet.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
At the bottom a 2 story house with 2 chimneys set on a green lawn. Motifs of birds, trees, fruit basket, square & compass (Masonic symbol), small dog. Small flower and leaf border all four sides but unfinished across the top. .
Inscription
(In a central carouche with a basket of flowers at the top): S o p h i a D u n c a n / B r i d g e p o r t / 1843 //
Length Without Frame
19 3/8"
Width Without Frame
17 1/4"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#98.009 Museum purchase 1998.
Owner
National Heritage Museum, Lexington, MA
Owner Private
National Heritage Museum