(At the top): I love the windows of thy grace, / Thro' which my lord is seen, / And long to meet my saviour's face, / without a glass between(Near the bottom): Elizabeth Lamport / Finished this Sampler / March 19th 1818 / Aged 11 Years / .

Maker

Lamport, Elizabeth (age 11)

Date made

1818

Origin

Unknown

In Bolton & Co.

No

Foundation Cloth

Linen

Embroidery Thread

Silk

Predominent Motif

Dominating the center of the sampler a tall basket with greenery and flowers. It is surrounded by small trees, small baskets with bushy plants, birds, and various other motifs. Arcaded border all four sides.

Inscription

(At the top): I love the windows of thy grace, / Thro' which my lord is seen, / And long to meet my saviour's face, / without a glass between(Near the bottom): Elizabeth Lamport / Finished this Sampler / March 19th 1818 / Aged 11 Years / .

Length Without Frame

17 5/8"

Width Without Frame

12 3/4"

Original Frame

Unframed

Owner

Historical Society of Old Newbury, Newburyport, MA

Owner Private

Historical Society of Old Newbury