Little, Mary (age 10)

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Maker
Little, Mary (age 10)
Date made
1792
Origin
Newbury, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Long-arm Cross, Eyelet
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: both uppercase block. #1 missing the J and the U. Three small cross bands and two simple stitched lines. One cross band at the bottom.
Inscription
Mary Little AE 10 yrs / July 6th 1793 / Be virtuous that you may / be happy //
Length Without Frame
7 3/8"
Width Without Frame
10 1/4"
Historical Owner
#S1974.24 Gift of Misses Amelia & Agnes Little
Owner
Historical Society of Old Newbury, Newburyport, MA
Owner Private
Historical Society of Old Newbury