Nichols, Lydia Cushing

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Maker
Nichols, Lydia Cushing
Date made
1815
Origin
Hingham, MA US
Stitches
French Knots, Satin Economy, Satin, Outline/Stem.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Two young girls and a male figure stand next to a large tomb with an urn on top. A weeping willow on the R and a house surrounded by large trees on the L. A swatch of real hair is attached to the tomb. Sky and faces are painted.
Inscription
L C N
Length Without Frame
11 3/4"
Length With Frame
13 3/4"
Width Without Frame
15"
Wdith With Frame
17"
Historical Owner
EMB66 Purchased
Owner
Hingham Historical Society, Hingham, MA
Owner Private
Hingham Historical Society