Baley, Sarah (age 11)

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Maker
Baley, Sarah (age 11)
Date made
1738
Origin
US
Stitches
Eyelet, Queen
In Bolton & Co.
Yes Page 31 Verse 184
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets. Flowers in center. Floral border.
Inscription
IT IS NO WONDER THAT MEN TURN TO CLAY / WHEN ROCKS AND STONES AND MONUMENTS DECAY / SARAH BALEY HER SAMPLER MADE IN THE 11 YEAR OF HER AGE 1738
Length Without Frame
15 3/4"
Width Without Frame
8 1/2"
Historical Owner
#01.204
Bolton & Co. Page
31 Verse 184
Owner
Newport Historical Society, Newport, RI
Owner Private
Newport Historical Society