Workbag

DateCa 1810

MediumLinen

Dimensions8" x 8"

Credit LineGift of Anonymous Donors

Object number1971-3523

DescriptionWhite linen drawstring bag worked with white cotton scrolling flowers, surrounding initials "AD" on obverse and "BA" on reverse. Chain stitch, French knots, Satin stitch, Bouillon knots. 3 edges finished with straight rows of cord quilting.
ProvenanceTAGS READ "328" (3)" and Bag linen embroidered in white- Story is that it was made by Betsey Alden a direct descendant of John Alden. Miss Osborne Aug 52. 250" Ex coll: Tomlinson