Collins, Lovice (?)

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Maker
Collins, Lovice (?)
Date made
1807
Origin
S. Hadley, MA US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk, Velvet
Embroidery Thread
Silk, Metallic, Chenille
Predominent Motif
Seven children and their father stand beside a large memorial tomb to their mother Azubal (Mrs. Ebenezer) Collins. Two years later the family moved from Warehouse Point, CT. to South Hadley, MA where Lovice attended the Abby Wright School. //
Inscription
IN MEMORY OF / Mrs. Asubah, wife of Mr. Ebenezer / Collins, Oct 1 1805 aged 36 / When such friends pass (?) / 'Tis the forever that dies (?) //
Length Without Frame
17"
Historical Owner
#1981.12.8 Eva & Morris Feld Folk Art Acquisition Fund.
Owner
American Folk Art Museum, New York City, NY
Owner Private
American Folk Art Museum
Name of School
Abby Wright School, South Hadley, MA