These linen mitts were worn by Major John Russell (1767-1839) of Deerfield, Massachusetts, for his christening. Beginning in the late 19th century, the Deerfield Society of Blue and White Needlework would use samples of embroidery such as this as inspiration for their own work.
Infant’s Mitts. Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, American Centuries. https://americancenturies.org/collection/1952-03a-b/. Accessed on October 16, 2024.
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