Howard, Ann

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Maker
Howard, Ann
Date made
1779
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross over 1, Cross over 2.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: both missing the J and U. Numbers 1-19 (then 10) done twice. Simple stitched lines. Two partial cross bands. Heart motif. No border.
Inscription
Love The Lord And He / Will Be A Tender Father / Unto Thee Ann Howard / Her Sampler 1779 Was / wrought (?) In The Year Of Our / Lord
Length Without Frame
11 3/4"
Width Without Frame
7 7/8"
Historical Owner
(page 54) Booklet available: Proceeds to Mission Hospice, San Mateo, CA
Owner
Marian Soss
Owner Private
Marian Soss