Jackson, Sally

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Maker
Jackson, Sally
Date made
1771
Origin
Boston, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Split, French knot, Stem.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: uppercase block missing J and U. Numbers 1-8. A scene of a field with a running deer, a large bird in a centered tree, flying birds, a large goose and strawberry motif . A flowing border of various flowers on all four sides.
Inscription
From My Beginning May The / Almighty Powers Blessings Bestow / In Never Ceasing Showers May / Plenty Dissipate All Worldly Cares / And Smiling Peace Bless My / Revolving Years / Sally Iackson Her Samplar 1 7 71 //
Length Without Frame
30"
Width Without Frame
20"
Historical Owner
#2001.739 Museum purchase at Skinner Auction with funds donated anonymously and the Frank B. Bemis Fund.
Owner
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, MA
Owner Private
Museum of Fine Arts