Harris, Amee (age 13)

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Maker
Harris, Amee (age 13)
Date made
1767
Origin
Taunton, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Back, Algerian Eye
In Bolton & Co.
Yes Page 50
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: one with U, both missing J. Simple stitched lines and one wide arcaded cross band. Reversing arcaded carnation border all four sides.
Inscription
Amee Harris Her Sampler / Made in The Thirteenth Year / Of Her Age 1767 / Love Thou The Lord And He / Will a Tender Father unto the(e) //
Length Without Frame
12"
Width Without Frame
9"
Historical Owner
#1949.16 Donated to the Old Colony Historical Society in 1949
Bolton & Co. Page
50
Owner
Old Colony Historical Society, Taunton, MA
Owner Private
Old Colony Historical Society