FREDERICK CO., VA SILK EMBROIDERY PANEL, depicting a basket of flowers raised on a low pedestal, on a silk foundation, contemporary mat and frame. With much historical information attached to the frame reverse. Attributed to Mary Floyd Gold (b. c.1782-d. 1826), second wife of Daniel Gold (b. 1781-d.1852), Winchester, VA native and politician. First quarter 19th century. 12 3/4" x 10" sight, 19" x 16" overall.
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Provenance: The Elizabeth Crawford Engle estate, Winchester, VA. By descent from her Great-grandmother Mary Gold.
Note: Recorded by the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts, 6/3/81, #S-11173.Exhibited: "Valley Pioneer Artists and Those Who Continue", Shenandoah College, Winchester, VA, 1986.
Reference: .
Provenance: The Elizabeth Crawford Engle estate, Winchester, VA. By descent from her Great-grandmother Mary Gold.
Note: Recorded by the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts, 6/3/81, #S-11173.Exhibited: "Valley Pioneer Artists and Those Who Continue", Shenandoah College, Winchester, VA, 1986.
Condition report
Very good condition with light staining at lower edge and some light foxing, not examined out of frame
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Antiques & Americana in Two Sessions
6:30 AM PT - Jun 28th, 2008
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Green Valley Auctions
2259 Green Valley Lane
Mt. Crawford, VA 22841
Mt. Crawford, VA 22841
