Stickney, Lucy D. (age 12)

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Maker
Stickney, Lucy D. (age 12)
Date made
1830
Origin
Charlestown, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Satin, Stem, French Knots
In Bolton & Co.
Yes Page 226 Verse 38
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets. At bottom a scene with the Charlestown Neck House, trees, marsh, wharf and water. Sky and reflection in water are painted. Elaborate rose border on three sides with bows in upper corners. Floral spray on either side of verse.
Inscription
A Morning in Spring / / / / To the bright the rosy morning / Calls me forth to take the air / Cheerful spring with smiles returning / Ushers in the new born year. / Praise to thee thou great Creator / Praise be thine from every tongue / Join my soul with every creature / Join the universal song. / Wrought By Lucy D. Stickney Charlestown November 15 1830. Aged 12 //
Length Without Frame
23 1/2"
Width Without Frame
25"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1941-69-160 Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe
Bolton & Co. Page
226 Verse #38
Owner
Cooper Hewitt Museum, New York, NY
Owner Private
Cooper Hewitt Museum