Morris, Elizabeth Clifford (age 10) (1813-1892)

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Maker
Morris, Elizabeth Clifford (age 10) (1813-1892)
Date made
1824
Origin
Philadelphia, PA US
Stitches
Cross, Double-cross, Four sided, Eyelet, Queen, Satin
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
5 alphabets: all missing the J, 2 are unfinished. Numbers 1-15. Various narrow cross bands. At bottom L a large leaf spray, no flowers. Octagon and flower border all four sides. Sampler is unfinished.
Inscription
No inscription (Note: be sure to see sampler #5003 done by Elizabeth's twin sister Sarah) //
Length Without Frame
17"
Width Without Frame
12 1/4"
Historical Owner
#2006-60 Gift of Beatrix T. Rumford
Owner
Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA
Owner Private
Colonial Williamsburg