Lyon, Elizabeth Ann (1806-1834)

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Maker
Lyon, Elizabeth Ann (1806-1834)
Date made
early 19th century
Origin
MA US
Stitches
Long and short, Gobelin, Filling, Outline
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A shepherdess sits at the edge of a pond holding a small wreath of flowers. 2 sheep lay at her feet. Trees are in the foreground and a village is in the background. Face, hands and sky are painted.
Inscription
No inscription
Length Without Frame
10 1/4"
Length With Frame
15 1/2"
Width Without Frame
14"
Wdith With Frame
19 1/2"
Original Frame
Yes
Historical Owner
#1938.448 Gift of estate of Mary E. Saunders
Owner
Historic New England, Haverhill, MA
Owner Private
Historic New England