Fales, Selinda (age 13)

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Maker
Fales, Selinda (age 13)
Date made
ca. 1812
Origin
Holden, MA US
Stitches
Hem, Cross, Satin, Straight, Outline, Herringbone, Tent, Queen, French - Knots, darning samples.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Alphabets, floral sprays, houses, fence, trees, baskets of fruit. Diamond motifs.
Inscription
Selinda Fales. Holden Aged 13 years //
Length Without Frame
16 1/4"
Width Without Frame
14 1/4"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#64.1.123 Purchased in 2005
Owner
Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge, MA
Owner Private
Old Sturbridge Village