And when from above some kind angel shall come / To call me from earth to some happier home / To the scenes of my childhood my last look shall be given / It will seem as it now?????? / / Carolina Tower / Ag'd 1 2 Year

Maker

Tower, Carolina (age 12)

Date made

1837

Origin

Hingham, MA US

Stitches

Cross, Chain, Satin

In Bolton & Co.

No

Foundation Cloth

Linen

Embroidery Thread

Silk

Predominent Motif

3 alphabets: each with 26 letters. Name in a floral rose and leave spray. Greek key border all four sides.

Inscription

And when from above some kind angel shall come / To call me from earth to some happier home / To the scenes of my childhood my last look shall be given / It will seem as it now?????? / / Carolina Tower / Ag'd 1 2 Year

Length Without Frame

12.25"

Length With Frame

13.75"

Width Without Frame

12.25"

Wdith With Frame

13.75"

Owner

Hingham Historical Society, Hingham, MA

Owner Private

Hingham Historical Society