Goodridge, (?)

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Maker
Goodridge, (?)
Date made
1806
Origin
Boston, MA (?) US
Stitches
Long and short, Outline, French knots, Split.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A woman kneels beside a small tomb with an urn on top. A large willow tree is on the L, with trees and a house in the background. Face, hands and sky are painted.
Inscription
Sacred to the memory / of Rann G. Goodridge who died 19th March 1804 AE (?) / Eliza Goodridge / who died 11th Jan. 1806, AE 2 w.
Length With Frame
18 1/16"
Wdith With Frame
15 1/8"
Original Frame
Yes
Historical Owner
#A718 Gift of Mrs. Fred N. Kimball
Owner
Historic New England, Haverhill, MA
Owner Private
Historic New England