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Grinnell, Silvia

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Maker
Grinnell, Silvia
Date made
1800-1805
Origin
Dartmouth, MA (?) US
Stitches
Cross, Satin,
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A map sampler depicting the United States North and South from Maine to Florida and west to the Louisianna Territory. States at the time are noted.
Inscription
UNITED STATES //
Length Without Frame
15 3/4"
Width Without Frame
19 3/4"
Historical Owner
#1982.39.2
Owner
New Bedford Whaling Museum, New Bedford, MA