Tiger, Mary (age 15)

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Maker
Tiger, Mary (age 15)
Date made
1838
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No Verse #480 1826 page 315
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
4 alphabets: uppercase script missing J, last missing ending letters (no room). Various narrow cross bands. Across the bottom basket
Inscription
(At bottom L): When we give up our youth to God / Tis pleasing in is eyes / A flower thats offerd in the bud / Is no vain sacrifice / (At bottom R): Mary Tiger in her / 15 year 1838 //
Length Without Frame
19 1/2"
Width Without Frame
21 1/2"
Historical Owner
#1978.31.10 Gift of Louise and Mike Nevelson
Owner
American Folk Art Museum, New York City, NY
Owner Private
American Folk Art Museum