Brown, Betty (age 10)

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Maker
Brown, Betty (age 10)
Date made
1793
Origin
Lexington, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet, Satin, Tent.
In Bolton & Co.
Yes Page 34
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: no J or U. Number 1-9. Simple stitched lines. Heart, diamond, bird motifs. At bottom three urns with various flowering plants with birds atop. Scroll border all four sides.
Inscription
Bett Brown Aged / Ten Years 1 7 9 3
Length Without Frame
9 7/8"
Length With Frame
1`4"
Width Without Frame
8 1/8"
Wdith With Frame
11 3/4"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#3434
Bolton & Co. Page
34
Owner
Lexington Historical Society, Lexington, MA
Owner Private
Lexington Historical Society