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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