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Theorem Painting

Collection Type

  • Textiles

Date

late 18th-early 19th century

GUSN

GUSN-242235

Description

Theorem painting, oil paint on linen. Depicts roses and rose buds. Matted and framed under glass.

Details

Descriptive Terms

paintings (visual works)
oil paint (paint)
linen (material)
floral patterns
Theorem
Needlework
Woven
Painting

Inscription

"Woven by Sara McNeas Spraque" (handwritten)

Additional Identification Number

A4086

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

Massachusetts

Dimensions

10 3/4 x 8 11/16 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

1934.2853

Places

Massachusetts (United States)
Petersham (Worcester county, Massachusetts)

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