Fairbanks, Mary (age 11)

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Maker
Fairbanks, Mary (age 11)
Date made
1763
Origin
Dedham, MA US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: each missing the J. Numbers 1-11. Simple stitched lines and two cross bands. At the bottom three flowering trees and birds. Hem stitch border all four sides.
Inscription
Mary * Fairbanks * is * my * / name * New * England * is * my / Station * Dedham * is * my / Dwelling * Place * & * Christ / Is * my * Salvation * 1763 / M A R Y * / B A N K S * B O R N / March the 30 1752
Length Without Frame
15"
Width Without Frame
8"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
Donated
Owner
The Fairbanks House, Dedham, MA
Owner Private
The Fairbanks House