Fairfield, Sally

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Maker
Fairfield, Sally
Date made
1780
Origin
ME US
Stitches
Cross,
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: no J or U. Numbers 1-15. Sampler has an inner rectangle of clouds, flying birds, a goose, a tree and a deer being chased by two dogs. Border of flowers, thistles and leaves with back ground completely filled in on L. Note: This sampler is unfinished and is still mounted on the work frame. If finished it would have been incredible.
Inscription
S A L L Y F A I R F I E L D S S A M P L E (above): R //
Length Without Frame
6.75"
Width Without Frame
24.5"
Historical Owner
#2011.169.001 Gift of Lord / Nightingale Family
Owner
The Brick Store Museum, Kennebunk, ME
Owner Private
The Brick Store Museum