Rigden, Columbia Elizabeth (age 10)

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Maker
Rigden, Columbia Elizabeth (age 10)
Date made
1824
Origin
Frederick, MD US
Stitches
Cross, Queen, Chain, Stem, Herringbone.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Near the top an arcaded band with Indian Pinks (carnations) typical of Maryland samplers. At center bottom a large brick building on a stepped lawn flanked by pine trees. A small out building on the L. Two floral urns. Arcaded strawberry and oak leaf border all four sides.
Inscription
Deal gently Lord with / Souls sincere and lead / them safely on to the / Bright gates of paradise / Where Christ my Lord / is gone / (Below the house): C. E. Rigden / in the tenth year
Length Without Frame
21 1/2"
Length With Frame
26"
Width Without Frame
17"
Wdith With Frame
21 1/2"
Original Frame
No
Historical Owner
Purchased
Owner
Collection of Dan & Marty Campanelli
Owner Private
Dan & Marty Campanelli