Fairfield?, Mary

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Maker
Fairfield?, Mary
Date made
1822
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Wool, Cotton
Predominent Motif
1 partial alphabet: uppercase to N. At the bottom Adam and Eve beneath the Tree of . Various floral, animal and bird motifs. Strawberry border all four sides.
Inscription
Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand / As the first effort of an infants hand / And while her fingers oer this canvass move / Engage her tender heart to seek thy love / With tthy dear children let her share a part / And write thy name thyself upon her heart. / Mary P?????? / February 20 / 1822
Length With Frame
19 1/2"
Wdith With Frame
20 1/3"
Original Frame
Yes
Historical Owner
#1899.101
Owner
Ipswich Historical Society, Ipswich, MA
Owner Private
Ipswich Historical Society