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Embroidered Textile

Memorial picture dedicated to the memory of Mrs. Susannah Brewster (c. 1761 - 1808), the mother of the maker.

Made in Windham, Connecticut, United States, North and Central America

1808

Attributed to Margaret Brewster, American, born 1794

Silk plain weave with gouache and silk embroidery in couching, satin, basket, and feather stitches and French knots
Framed: 20 x 20 1/2 inches (50.8 x 52.1 cm)

Currently not on view

1929-126-22

Gift of Mrs. Hampton L. Carson, 1929

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