McNeill, Catherine (age 10)

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Maker
McNeill, Catherine (age 10)
Date made
1788
Origin
Charleston, SC US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: all missing the J and the U. some letters backwards. Numbers 1-16. Various wide and narrow cross bands. No border.
Inscription
Catherine McNeill Her work / Ag 10 years Oct the 22 1788 / Honour and Shame from no / Condition rise Act Well Your / part thare all the honour lies //
Length Without Frame
16"
Width Without Frame
12.5"
Historical Owner
#2003.002.001 Donated by the Logan Family
Owner
The Charleston Museum, Charleston, SC
Owner Private
Charleston Museum