Bosworth, Clarissa (age 11)

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Maker
Bosworth, Clarissa (age 11)
Date made
1821
Origin
Eastford, CT US
Stitches
Cross over 2.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: both complete and 2nd has both the long and the short style S. Numbers 1-(1)0. Simple stitched lines and small cross bands. Sampler is unfinished.
Inscription
Clarissa Bosworth / Born June 5th 1810. Ag'd / 11 Years / /
Length Without Frame
9 7/8"
Width Without Frame
10"
Historical Owner
#1917.11.3 From the estate of Luella Kelsey.
Owner
Connecticut Historical Society, Hartford, CT
Owner Private
Connecticut Historical Society