Peal, Sarah

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Maker
Peal, Sarah
Date made
1761
Origin
Salem, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Long Satin, Eyelet, Straight, Outline.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Linen
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: no J or U. All lettering done in a saw tooth rectangle with geometric lines between each alphabet. At the top and bottom are rabbit, squirrel, a dog and groups of strawberries, all with background completely filled in.
Inscription
S a r a h P e a l //
Length Without Frame
18"
Width Without Frame
10"
Historical Owner
Inherited.
Owner
Private collector