Grinnell, Silvia

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Maker
Grinnell, Silvia
Date made
early 1800's
Origin
Dartmouth, MA (?) US
Stitches
Cross,
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A map of the North American continent from Hudson Bay to the Gulf of Mexico, Newfoundland to the Pacific Ocean. Map includes the territory of the Louisiana Purchase (1803).
Inscription
Map lists the states at the time, the oceans, Hudson's Bay, and territories. (In a floral design in the R corner): NORTH AMERICA //
Length Without Frame
20 1/2"
Width Without Frame
24"
Historical Owner
#1982.39.1
Owner
New Bedford Whaling Museum, New Bedford, MA
Owner Private
New Bedford Whaling Museum