Gerrish, Lydia

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Maker
Gerrish, Lydia
Date made
1815
Origin
NH US
Stitches
Satin, Long and short, Outline, Chain, French knots.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A female figure stands with her arms outstretched over a monument. A large weeping willow tree behind her. Painted face, arms and sky.
Inscription
T O T H E M E M O R Y / OF / T I M O T H Y G E R R I S H / O B T. D E C. 3 0, 1 8 1 5, A E T . 60 . //
Length Without Frame
17.4"
Width Without Frame
20.4"
Original Frame
Yes
Historical Owner
#1946.003 Gift of Charlotte E. Woodbury
Owner
New Hampshire Historical Society, Concord, NH
Owner Private
New Hampshire Historical Society