Stoddard, M (?) (age 7)

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Maker
Stoddard, M (?) (age 7)
Date made
ca. 1796-1816
Origin
Cohasset, MA (?) US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Predominent Motif
A simple sampler with small baskets of flowers and a wide arcaded flower border. Green hem stitched border all four sides. Very faded and much loss of stitches.
Inscription
Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand / As the first efforts of my hand / And while her fingers o?er this canvas move / Engage her tender heart to seek thy love. / Wrought by / M ???? Stoddard AE 7 years
Length Without Frame
8"
Width Without Frame
8"
Historical Owner
#2008.070.001 Gift of Tilden Stoddard
Owner
Cohasset Historical Society, Cohasset, MA
Owner Private
Cohasset Historical Society