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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC01144.02.01 |
| From Archive Folder | Collection of a diary and weaving patterns belonging to Deborah Sylvester, a weaver |
| Title | Weaving pattern |
| Date | ca. 1760-1785 |
| Author | Sylvester, Deborah (fl. 1760-1785) |
| Document Type | Miscellany |
| Content Description | Date inferred from Sylvester's journal (GLC01144.01). Includes columns and rows, and indicates number of threads to use. Writes "tread this as it is heavy" above the pattern. Indicates that this pattern is possibly intended for "muslen net." |
| Subjects | Women's History Textile Artisans |
| People | Sylvester, Deborah (fl. 1760-1785) |
| Theme | Women in American History; Merchants & Commerce; Industry |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | It is apparent from Sylvester's journal that she worked as a weaver in Scituate, Massachusetts. One of her clients, Joshua Jacob, was a member of the Scituate militia and possibly participated in the Battle of Lexington. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |