Galpin, Grace Ann (age 9)

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Maker
Galpin, Grace Ann (age 9)
Date made
1822
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet, Double Cross.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
4 alphabets: all complete, old style s (f) in lowercase. Numbers 1-11 done twice. Simple stitched lines. A few small motifs.
Inscription
1822 / Grace Ann Galpin wrought / this sampler September 1822 / Jesus permit thy gracious name to / stand As the first effort of an in-fant hand And while her fingers / on the canvase move Engage her / tender thoughts to seek thy love
Length Without Frame
14 1/4"
Length With Frame
18"
Width Without Frame
9"
Wdith With Frame
14"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
#89.336.1 Gift of Thomas Tousey, Jr.
Owner
Rochester Historical Society, Rochester, NY
Owner Private
Rochester Historical Society