Dow, Sarah (age 11)

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Maker
Dow, Sarah (age 11)
Date made
1820
Origin
Seabrook, NH US
Stitches
Bullion Knots, Chain, Herringbone, Satin, Algerian Eye, ButtoHole, Detached Chain, Straight
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
5 alphabets: uppercase cursive missing J. Floral design below verse. Floral spray across bottom. Reversing arcaded strawberry border up both sides and across the top, narrow saw tooth border across the bottom.
Inscription
For virtue industry & truth combined / Adorn and elevate the female mind / Sarah Dow aged 11 years / Seabrook May 1820 //
Length Without Frame
18"
Width Without Frame
17.5"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1947.16.2 Gift of Charles H. Batchelder
Owner
New Hampshire Historical Society, Concord, NH
Owner Private
New Hampshire Historical Society