Runyon, Elizabeth (age 14)

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Maker
Runyon, Elizabeth (age 14)
Date made
ca. 1835
Origin
Hunterdon Cty, NJ US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk, Wool
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet. Flower spray, lute and bird motifs mirrored on both sides of the sampler. Across the bottom a cross band with three pine trees. Strawberry border all four sides.
Inscription
(In vine cartouche): What sinner value i resign / Lord tis enough that thou art mine / I shall behold thy blissful face / And stand complete in rightousness / / (In double heart shapes at bottom): (on L) Elizabeth Runyan (on R): Henry & Sarah Runyan //
Length Without Frame
16 1/2"
Length With Frame
22 1/2"
Width Without Frame
16 1/2"
Wdith With Frame
22 1/2"
Original Frame
Yes
Historical Owner
Gift
Owner
Hunterdon County Historical Society, Flemington, NJ
Owner Private
Hunterdon County Historical Society