Sproul, Eliza (age 11)

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Maker
Sproul, Eliza (age 11)
Date made
1833
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Satin, Chain, Whipping, Outline, Feather, Couching.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: one ampersand, second ends at x Numbers 1-6. Simple stitched lines. Circle motifs. Large basket with flowers center bottom. Flower and leaf border all four sides.
Inscription
Eliza Sproul Born August 19 1822 / her sampler performed in the summer in the / 11th year of her age 1833 / Verse.
Length Without Frame
19 1/8"
Width Without Frame
15 5/8"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1961.19 Gift of Nanette Bryan
Owner
New York Historical Society, New York, NY