Clarke, Nancy (age 11)

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Maker
Clarke, Nancy (age 11)
Date made
1811
Origin
MA US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: uppercase script missing the J, Y and Z. Numbers 1-11. Various stitched lines and small cross bands. Row of 8 cross stitched diamond motifs. In the lower half a central basket of fruit with a smaller basket and a flower motif on either side.
Inscription
(In a cartouche near the bottom): Nancy Clarke / Sampler mark'd in her / 11th year 1811 //
Length Without Frame
16 1/4"
Width Without Frame
16 3/4"
Historical Owner
#68.448
Owner
Historic Northampton, Northampton, MA
Owner Private
Historic Northampton