Drake, Mary Ann (age 13)

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Maker
Drake, Mary Ann (age 13)
Date made
1831
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Satin, Running,
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
5 alphabets: some letters missing. Various narrow cross bands. Below the alphabets a basket of flowers from which a reversing arcaded strawberry border flows on all four sides.
Inscription
Mary Ann Drakes Work June the 7 A. D. 1 8 3 1 Aged. 13 Years //
Length Without Frame
20.5"
Width Without Frame
19.5"
Historical Owner
Purchased in 1913 at A. W. Drake, NYC.
Owner
Livingston Parsons III
Owner Private
Livingston Parsons III