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European
late 18th–early 19th century
Object Place: Continental Europe
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave embroidered with silk
Dimensions
20 x 17.5 cm (7 7/8 x 6 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.967
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionSmall square of off-white cotton worked in cross stitch in polychrome silk yarns. A house on a stepped base having a person on each step. In front of base are three boats with people. Above this are various birds, hearts, crowns, and a cherub. All stylized. Border: a geometric undulating leafy stalk. Edged with pink silk; ribbon attached at each corner. Slightly soiled and stained. Stitches: cross.
ProvenanceGift of Elizabeth Day McCormick to MFA, 1943