Potter, Eunice (age 12)

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Maker
Potter, Eunice (age 12)
Date made
1809
Origin
Ipswich, MA US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: uppercase block missing J, has and ampersand. Uppercase script missing J, U and Z. Lowercase missing x and ends with y. Numbers 1-9. Simple stitched lines. Sample appears to be unfinished.
Inscription
Eunice Potter Born / August The 27, 1797 Aged / 12 Years. Let virtue be a guide to thee.
Length Without Frame
8 1/2"
Width Without Frame
7 3/4"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
Gift to the Society
Owner
Beverly Historical Society, Beverly, MA
Owner Private
Beverly Historical Society