Hathaway, Sallie (age 12)

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Maker
Hathaway, Sallie (age 12)
Date made
c. 1794
Origin
MA or Hudson, NY US
Stitches
Satin, Stem
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
An elegant lady dressed in white is on the R., the branches of a large willow tree behind her. A younger girl is handing her some flowers. In the center is a gentleman holding a white dove in his R hand, two dogs prance at his feet. On the L is a large vase with flowers. The entire scene is encased in elegant draperies. (Note: this embroidery is done on black silk
Inscription
No inscription
Length Without Frame
17"
Width Without Frame
20 1/4"
Historical Owner
#2013 Gift of Ralph Esmerian
Owner
American Folk Art Museum, New York City, NY
Owner Private
American Folk Art Museum