Evans, Mary (age 16)

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Maker
Evans, Mary (age 16)
Date made
1811
Origin
Unknown
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet, Herringbone.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: all missing the J. Lowercase has both the long and the short style S. Last ends with V. Numbers 1-4 and 1-10. Various stitched lines and cross bands. One row with facing birds with various motifs between. Arcaded strawberry border all four sides.
Inscription
Mary Evans Her work / Finished In the 16 Year of / Her Age 1811
Length Without Frame
17"
Width Without Frame
8"
Historical Owner
(pg. 75) Booklet available. Proceeds to Mission Hospice, San Mateo, CA
Owner
Marian Soss
Owner Private
Marian Soss