Morris, Sarah Wistar (age 10) (1813-1826)

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Maker
Morris, Sarah Wistar (age 10) (1813-1826)
Date made
1824
Origin
Philadelphia, PA US
Stitches
Cross over 2, Eyelet, Foursided, Queen
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
5 alphabets: uppercase script missing J. Last ends with R. Numbers 1-10 and 1-9. Wide and narrow cross bands. Near the top a large daisy on each side. Octagon and strawberry border on all four sides.
Inscription
(Near the top): Sarah Wistar Morris / in the 10th year of her age 1824 // ( Note: be sure to see sampler #5002 done by Elizabeth's twin sister Sarah) //
Length Without Frame
17"
Width Without Frame
12 3/4"
Historical Owner
#2006-59 Gift of Beatrix T. Rumford
Owner
Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA