Fonerden, Martha (age 12)

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Maker
Fonerden, Martha (age 12)
Date made
1788
Origin
MD US
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet, Pulled thread work
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk, Cotton
Predominent Motif
One cross band of large( flowers?). A wide meandering band entwined with small flowers and leave frames the verse. (Note: this sampler is an example of extremely fine needlework)
Inscription
(In a stitched center square): O that I as a little Child, / May follow thee and never rest / Til sweetly thou ????? // (Note: hymn by Paul Gerhardt 1607-1676) (Martha Fonerden / Aged 12 Years / 1788 //
Historical Owner
#1953.39.1 Gift of Mrs. Emma L. Stokes
Owner
Maryland Historical Society, Baltimore, MD
Owner Private
Maryland Historical Society