$3,055
Silk Needlework Picture "Emblem of America," America, early 19th century, wrought with silk threads on a silk ground with watercolor background and floral borders depicting the figure of Liberty holding an American flag with an eagle and a staff topped by her cap, (light toning), 14 1/4 x 10 in. , in a contemporary giltwood frame. Note: This needlework is copied after an engraving titled "An American Emblem", drawn by H. Richter, engraved by Lundin and published September 21, 1800 by J. LePetit Hammersmith near London.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2007-11-04