Sprague, Polly (age 15)

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Maker
Sprague, Polly (age 15)
Origin
Petersham, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Whip
In Bolton & Co.
Yes Page 76
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: uppercase block some double and triple letters, both Q & q. Lowercase long style S (f). Numbers 1-9. Simple stitched lines. Various motifs across bottom third of birds, geometric trees and 2 sets of birds pulling worms. Simple diamond border enclosed in a hem stitched inner and outer border.
Inscription
* 1798 * 15 * 32 o / Polly Spragues's Sampler Aged / 15 Petersham May Tenth 1798
Length Without Frame
8 1/4"
Width Without Frame
6 1/2"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
Purchased
Bolton & Co. Page
76
Owner
Collection of Dan & Marty Campanelli
Owner Private
Dan & Marty Campanelli