Jackson, Jane (age 8)

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Maker
Jackson, Jane (age 8)
Date made
1827
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Four-sided, Satin, Eyelet, Crosslet.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Wool & silk
Predominent Motif
4 alphabets: 2 incomplete, long style S. Some double letters. Numbers 1-11. Various cross bands. No border.
Inscription
If you desire to worship God aright / First in the Morning pray and last at / Night / Jane Jackson Aged 8 Years Augt. 27 / 1827 //
Length Without Frame
10"
Width Without Frame
10"
Historical Owner
#TE*T7897 Gift of Mrs. Henry Clarke Coe.
Owner
Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC
Owner Private
Smithsonian Institution