Thoume, Susanah

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Maker
Thoume, Susanah
Date made
1794
Origin
US
Stitches
Petit Point, Cross, Satin
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
The Ten commandments done in two bordered columns to resemble Biblical tablets. In the bottom half of sampler: a male and female in 18th century dress stand beneath an oak tree. A house is nearby. Various animal motifs. Figures at bottom. Geometric floral border all four sides.
Inscription
Ten Commandments in two columns. Susanah Thoume 1794
Length Without Frame
33 3/4"
Width Without Frame
22 1/8"
Historical Owner
#1968.3 Gift of Dr. Gertrude G. Bilhuber
Owner
New York Historical Society, New York, NY
Owner Private
New York Historical Society