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Congdon, Patty S. (age 10)

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Maker
Congdon, Patty S. (age 10)
Date made
1817
Origin
Newport, RI US
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet, Satin.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
4 alphabets: two with ampersands. Various small cross bands. Numbers 1-(1)0 and 1-18. A floral motif on both L and R sides at thebottom. Arcaded strawberry border all four sides.
Inscription
(In Circle cartouche at bottom): Patty S. / Congdon / Oct 11, 1817 / Aged 10 / years
Length Without Frame
17 1/4"
Width Without Frame
16"
Historical Owner
#01.54
Owner
Newport Historical Society, Newport, Ri
Owner Private
Newport Historical Society