Loomis, Fidelia (age 12)

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Maker
Loomis, Fidelia (age 12)
Date made
1826(?)
Origin
West Springfield, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Hem
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: all with U, one missing the J. Numbers 1-16 (#11 is missing) and ampersand. Various stitched lines. Border all four sides.
Inscription
F L / / Fidelia Loomis AE 12 Oct 25 / 182? West Springfield Mass / The tottering frame of mortal life / Shall crumble into dust / Nature shall faint but learn my soul / On natures God to trust /
Length Without Frame
12 1/8"
Width Without Frame
12 1/8"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1908.8.0 Donated by Mary G. or Mary E. Pitkin
Owner
Connecticut Historical Society, Hartford, CT
Owner Private
Connecticut Historical Society