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Southeastern Pennsylvania, initialed " S M L"
c. 1820-40
woven cotton
80 3/4" x 61 1/4", mounted on wooden frame for hanging
Various embroidery techniques in roving on a 2-piece woven cotton ground, depicting a stylized basket of flowers surmounted by a bird.
Provenance: Collection of Richard and Joan Smith, Pennsylvania.