Sampler created by Dorothy Lynde at Old South, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1188c

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1939

GUSN

GUSN-378803

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Description

The sampler created by Dorothy Lynde features various elements, including rows of letters, floral motifs, and decorative figures. At the top, winged figures or angels are positioned next to a central sun symbol. The middle section prominently displays lines of stitched letters and numbers. Beneath these, there is imagery of a dog, a person holding a staff, and other figures, along with additional decorative elements.

Details

Descriptive Terms

samplers (embroidery)
needlework (visual works)
churches (buildings)
religious buildings
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP008339
Halliday negative H-1188c

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC027

Collection Name

Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

Reference Code

PC027.001.001.010.H-1188c

Places

Boston (Suffolk county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Halliday Historic Photograph Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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