- Maker
- Robinson, Susanna (age 11)
- Date made
- 1823
- Origin
- Wilmington, DE US
- In Bolton & Co.
- No
- Foundation Cloth
- Linen
- Embroidery Thread
- Wool, Chenille
- Predominent Motif
- 2 alphabets: uppercase script missing J, uppercase block missing X, q not Q. Large basket of flowers in center near bottom. Border of various flower spray on both side and meeting in the top center.
- Inscription
- Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand / As the first effort of my youthful hand / And while my fingers oer thy canvass move / Engage my tender heart to seek thy love / With thy dear children let me share a part / And write thy self upon my heart. m Susanna Robinson 1823
- Length Without Frame
- 21"
- Length With Frame
- 24"
- Width Without Frame
- 23 1/2"
- Wdith With Frame
- 26 1/2"
- Historical Owner
- #1957.015 Gift of Samuel Bancroft Bird
- Owner
- Delaware Historical Society, Wilmington, DE
- Owner Private
- Delaware Historical Society