Embroidered Picture
Memorial picture dedicated to the memory of Mrs. Susannah Brewster (c. 1761 - 1808), the mother of the maker.
Attributed to Margaret Brewster, American, born 1794
Geography:
Made in Windham, Connecticut, United States, North and Central America
Period:
antebellumDate:
1808Medium:
Silk plain weave with gouache and silk embroidery in couching, satin, basket, and feather stitches and French knotsDimensions:
Framed: 20 x 20 1/2 inches (50.8 x 52.1 cm)Curatorial Department:
Costume and TextilesObject Location:
1929-126-22Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Hampton L. Carson, 1929
Made in Windham, Connecticut, United States, North and Central America
Period:
antebellumDate:
1808Medium:
Silk plain weave with gouache and silk embroidery in couching, satin, basket, and feather stitches and French knotsDimensions:
Framed: 20 x 20 1/2 inches (50.8 x 52.1 cm)Curatorial Department:
Costume and TextilesObject Location:
Currently not on view
Accession Number:1929-126-22Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Hampton L. Carson, 1929
