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Walker, Mary A. (age 11)

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Maker
Walker, Mary A. (age 11)
Date made
1824
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet,
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
6 alphabets. Numbers 1-13. Narrow cross bands. All done in a stitched square with an arcaded strawberry border on both sides and across the top and an arcaded rose border across the bottom.
Inscription
Mary A. Walker's work done in her 11th year 1824 //
Length Without Frame
17.5"
Width Without Frame
16.5"
Historical Owner
MM2004.08.009
Owner
Mercer Museum, Doylestown, PA
Owner Private
Mercer Museum