Terry, Sarah Ann

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Maker
Terry, Sarah Ann
Date made
1813
Origin
ME US
Stitches
Cross, Satin
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: uppercase block with ampersand. Numbers 1-9. Two small cross bands. Spot motifs of tree, animals, birds, potted plants, birds, two angels. All done in a stitched square. Arcaded border of alternating large and small flowers all four sides.
Inscription
(In a stitched cartouche on the L middle): Sarah Ann / Terry / 1813 (In the center): On Resurrection // I am the Resurrection saith the Lord / Eternal lifes the fruits of my eternal word / Whoever firmly does in me believe / The grave shall not confine nor Hell receive / Not only this but those that will rely / On what I teach shall Never never die / /
Length With Frame
19"
Wdith With Frame
18 1/2"
Original Frame
Yes
Historical Owner
Purchased in Portland, ME
Owner
Private collector
Owner Private
Linda Fenton