Jesus, permit thy gracious Name to stand / As the first effort of an Infant's hand, / And whilst her fingers oer this canvas move / Engage her tender heart to seek thy Love, With thy dear children let her share a part, / And write thy Name, Thyself, upon her heart. / (In cartouche): Avis Way Billet / May 2nd / 1809 //

Maker

Billet, Avis Way

Date made

1809

Origin

US (?)

Stitches

Cross, Satin

In Bolton & Co.

No

Foundation Cloth

Linen

Embroidery Thread

Silk

Predominent Motif

One cross band. Name in a satin stitch cartouche near the bottom with one stem with a flower, a bud and leaves on each side. Reversing arcaded border with small narrow leaves all four sides.

Inscription

Jesus, permit thy gracious Name to stand / As the first effort of an Infant's hand, / And whilst her fingers oer this canvas move / Engage her tender heart to seek thy Love, With thy dear children let her share a part, / And write thy Name, Thyself, upon her heart. / (In cartouche): Avis Way Billet / May 2nd / 1809 //

Length Without Frame

24.5 cm

Width Without Frame

30 cm

Historical Owner

Purchsed

Owner

Private collector