Harvey, Mary Ann (age 7)

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Maker
Harvey, Mary Ann (age 7)
Date made
1810
Origin
Chester County, PA US
Stitches
Cross.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Various floral motifs are scattered throughout this sampler. Baskets of flowers and small trees. A floral cartouche in the center contains a verse and name of the stitcher. A arcaded tulip and carnation border on both sides with a larger border across the top.
Inscription
(At top) May I with innocence and peace / My fleeting moments spend / And when the toll of life shall cease / With calmness meet my end / / (On L): Grand Paren / ts names / William / & Mary / Harvey / Caleb Brin / ton Amor & / Mary Hollingsworth (On R): Parent name / Thomas & / Rachel / Harvey / Brothers / nams / William / & Amon H / Harvey / (In center cartouche): Trust in the lord / And he will be / A tender father / Unto thee / Mary Ann Harveys / samplar worked in the / seventh year of her age / 1810 (At bottom): Center School
Length With Frame
17"
Wdith With Frame
18"
Historical Owner
Purchased
Owner
Barbara K. Randau
Owner Private
Barbara K. Randau
Name of School
Center School, Chester County, PA