Breed, Deleverance (age 15)

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Breed, Deleverance (age 15)
Date made
1808
Origin
Lynn, MA US
Stitches
Satin, Chain, Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: each with J and U. Various narrow cross bands. All done in a central saw tooth stitched square. Reversing arcaded border with various flowers and green leaves.
Inscription
(At the bottom of the square): Deleverance Breed aged / 15 years 1809 //
Historical Owner
#1991.035.0002
Owner
Lynn Museum, Lynn, MA
Owner Private
Lynn Museum