Taber, Susan (age 11)

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Maker
Taber, Susan (age 11)
Date made
1818
Origin
Unknown
Stitches
Stem, Satin, French Knots, Cross, Marking cross, Queen.
In Bolton & Co.
No Verse #515. 1793 Page 319
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
5 alphabets: uppercase script missing J. Floral cross bands. Cornucopia with flowers on L & R.
Inscription
Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand, / As the first efforts of an infant's hand, / And while her fingers o'er the canvas move, / Engage her tender heart to seek thy love, / With thy dear children let her share a part / And write thy name thy self, upon her heart. / Performed by Susan Taber New Bedford 12 mo 28th 1818 / Aged 11 years. //
Length Without Frame
16 1/8"
Length With Frame
21"
Width Without Frame
12"
Wdith With Frame
16 5/6"
Owner
NSCDA Martin House Farm, N. Swansea, MA
Owner Private
NSCDA-Martin House Farm