Smith, Mary A.

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Maker
Smith, Mary A.
Date made
1821
Origin
Unknown
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Predominent Motif
Basket of flowers at center top with a basket of fruit on both sides. Hanging grapes and small flower motifs. At the bottom 2 trees, one on either side of a vine cartouche with a large bird perched on the top. Reversing arcaded strawberry border up both sides and across the top.
Inscription
O may the ever lasting truth / My stalf and standard be / The best comp th / with ???????? / / Mary A. Smith 1821
Length Without Frame
17"
Width Without Frame
16"
Historical Owner
#3173/45
Owner
New Mexico History Museum, Santa Fe, NM
Owner Private
New Mexico History Museum