Object Number 2005.0019.002 A

Object Name

Needlework picture (Silkwork picture)

Title

Untitled (Naomi and Ruth)

Category

Textiles (Needlework)

Credit Line/Donor

Gift of David R. Ames in memory of Margaret A. and Robert S. Ames

Creator (Role)

Eliza McKee (Maker)

Place of Origin

Boston, Massachusetts, United States, North America

Date

1839

Mark or Signature or Inscription or Label

1. Signature; Back of frame; "This was wrought in 1839 by Eliza McKee." (ink, handwritten)

Subjects

Biblical scene; Bible

Materials

Silk; Chenille; Paint; Wool

Techniques

Embroidered, Painted, Woven (plain)

Construction Description

Hand-embroidered, hand-painted

Dimensions (inches)

18 (L) , 23.25 (W)

Dimensions (centimeters)

45.72 (L) , 59.055 (W)

Measurement Notes

Measurements are of the area visible within the frame.

Object Description

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