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Maker
Unknown
Date made
ca. 1814
Origin
New England, US
Stitches
Satin, Long and short, Rice, French knots, Split, Filling.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A woman leans before a large tomb. She is draped in black. A large weeping willow is behind her. Tall trees and part of a church are in the background. The woman's face, hands and sky are painted.
Inscription
To the memory of / Mrs. Nancy Bradford / who died / November 8th 1813 / Aged 26 years / Corinthian 2 book / 4 chap / 14th verse
Length Without Frame
19"
Length With Frame
20 7/8"
Width Without Frame
17 1/2"
Wdith With Frame
19 7/16"
Historical Owner
#1969.409 Gift of Miss F. Josephine Baker
Owner
Historic New England, Haverhill, MA
Owner Private
Historic New England