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PENNSYLVANIA NEEDLEWORK MEMORIAL. Rachel Oakf

PENNSYLVANIA NEEDLEWORK MEMORIAL.
Rachel Oakford, probably Philadelphia, possible Folwell school,1818, chenille, silk and metallic threads and paint on silk ground. Young woman underneath a willow tree, kneeling beside plinth inscribed "Sacred to the Memory of an Affectionate Father", in the background, a mausoleum half hidden in the trees. The original eglomise mat is inscribed with the maker's name and date. In an old, possibly original frame. Imperfections. 18"h. 23 1/2" w. stretcher. 24 1/2"h. 30 1/4"w. framed.

Rachel Oakford, daughter of Charles Oakford, Philadelphia merchant, is named as a beneficiary in his 1817 will. Historical information included in lot.

Condition: Small loss in upper sky and one corner. Paint appears touched up around the embroidered areas. Rebacked. Not examined out of frame.

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