Thaxter, Fanny L. (age 10)

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Maker
Thaxter, Fanny L. (age 10)
Date made
1801
Origin
Worcester, MA US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: uppercase block #1 some double letters, lowercase missing J, uppercase block #2 26 letters. Numbers 1-(1)0. Two small motifs at bottom R. Tricorn border all four sides.
Inscription
Fanny L. Thaxter Aged 10 years / Worcester August 21 1801 / Be virtuous and you will be happy //
Length Without Frame
13"
Width Without Frame
15 5/8"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1966.4 Gift of Mr. Ronald B. Hammond
Owner
Historic New England, Haverhill, MA
Owner Private
Historic New England