Bliss, Frances (age 6)

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Maker
Bliss, Frances (age 6)
Date made
1778
Origin
Springfield, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Long-arm Cross.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: uppercase block, missing the J. Simple stitched lines. Cross stitch border all four sides.
Inscription
FRANCES BLISs / Her SamPler aged 6 / Sex Years August / The 26 AD 1778 & //
Length Without Frame
5"
Width Without Frame
7 3/4"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#64.1.32 Purchased
Owner
Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge, MA
Owner Private
Old Sturbridge Village