Johns, Leah

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Maker
Johns, Leah
Date made
ca. 1832
Origin
Lancaster County, PA US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Scrim
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Sampler is nearly the same as # 1776 done by Leah's sister Charlotte. Alphabets at the top followed by rows of initials.
Inscription
(In center): L J (At bottom): L e a h J o h n s / was born / april 4 1824 / in the sign of the fish.
Length With Frame
19 1/2"
Wdith With Frame
18 3/4"
Historical Owner
#03.23.021 Part of the Heritage Center Collection
Owner
Lancaster History, Lancaster, PA
Owner Private
Lancaster History