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Makers / Maker's Age: Adams, Susan (age 8)
Date Made: 1813
Origin: Grafton, MA US
School / Teacher:
Stitches: Cross, Eyelet, Chain, French Knot, Satin, Buttonhole, Running, Outline.
Embroidery Thread: Silk
Foundation Cloth: Linen
Dimensions: w x 25 1/2" h
Owner: Private collector
Inscriptions:
Predominant Motif: 4 alphabets; upper and lowercase, each with 26 letters. Numbers 1-8 and 1-12. Floral arcade across top. Marsh or field design at the bottom with a leaf arcade below. Hem stitched all four sides.
History of Owner: Purchased
Published in american samplers by bolton & COE, 1921No Verse #690 1805 Page 342