Historical information
Embroidered for Sir Alan Newton (c. early 20th century) a Melbourne surgeon.
Physical description
A dainty spray of flowers worked in tent stitch (petit point) on a very fine silk canvas with one thread of silk. No background has been embroidered.
Inscriptions & markings
On reverse - This (petit point) was worked for Alan by a patient (Austrian)
On reverse top - Lady Newton
Label on reverse - T. S ?? & Co Pty Ltd, Gallery of Art, Picture Frame Manafacturers, Union House, 284-6 Little Collins Street Melbourne
