Whitley, Mary

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Maker
Whitley, Mary
Date made
ca. 1770-1775
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Chain, Herringbone, Long-arm Cross, Satin, Stem, Darning.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Wool, Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: uppercase complete. Numbers 1-11. Various stitched lines and cross bands. Lower third has many motifs: a crown, a church, tulips, a female in a long gown holding flowers, many other flower sprays. No border visible.
Inscription
(In the lower top): P W M W I J A J P W / M W E W P W J W L W / T W A W (In the center): Love The Lord And / He Will Be A Tend / er Father Unto / Thee Mary Whi / tley Is My Name / Born Aug The 18 In / the Year 1756
Length Without Frame
21"
Width Without Frame
8"
Historical Owner
(pg. 78) Booklet available. Proceeds to Mission Hospice, San Mateo, CA.
Owner
Marian Soss