Spencer, Elizabeth Lake

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Maker
Spencer, Elizabeth Lake
Date made
1826
Origin
England
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Wool
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: each letter repeated 3 times. Number 1-20. Various cross bands. At bottom a vase with flowers on either side with a floral garland between them. Saw tooth border all four sides.
Inscription
Honor thy Father with thy whole heart and forget / not the kindness of thy Mother, how cans't thou / recompense them the things they have done for thee. / Elizabeth Lake Spencer / 1826
Historical Owner
#1970.16.1
Owner
Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, WI
Owner Private
Wisconsin Historical Society