Leap, Ann (age 10)

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Maker
Leap, Ann (age 10)
Date made
1799
Origin
Alexandria, VA US
Stitches
Cross, Ten
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: all uppercase, no J's. Numbers 1-15. Various stitched lines. A large fruit tree at the bottom center with a bird perched at the top. Two small baskets of flowers on both sides. Two small tree motifs and birds sitting in a wreath. A small deer on both sides of the tree. Reversing arcaded strawberry border all four sides.
Inscription
Ann Leap 1799 / What so ever ye would that men should / Do unto you do ye also unto them //
Length Without Frame
17 3/4"
Length With Frame
19"
Width Without Frame
9 1/2"
Wdith With Frame
11"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
Inherited
Owner
Peggy Brennan
Owner Private
Peggy Brennan