Kelly, Dorcas A. (age 11)

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Maker
Kelly, Dorcas A. (age 11)
Date made
1830
Origin
Mendon, MA US
Stitches
Cross, Satin, Stem
In Bolton & Co.
Yes Page 183 Verse 574
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A large arch supported by columns in center. A weeping willow in first section and a vine with large leaves enclosing verse in second section. Flowers in hexagon border with rose sprays in upper corners.
Inscription
(On arch): Keep Sacred the Memory of Thy Ancestors / David Kelly Bn. Men. 12 mo. 12, 1781 / Amy Comstock Bn. Providence 8 mo. 19, 1788 / They were married Men. 1 27 1807 / Their childrens Births Deaths Marriages. / Eliza A. K Born 4 mo. 1 1809 / Mar. 10 mo. 20, 1821 / William A. K Born 12 m 31 1812 / Dorcas A. K Born 10 mo. 30 1818 / Beyond the narrow vale of time, To scenes eternal scenes sublime, Where bright celestial ages roll, She points the way and leads the soul. / / Wrought by Dorcas A.K. Men. 1830 aged 11 //
Length Without Frame
19 5/16"
Width Without Frame
18 1/2"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1941-69-70 Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe
Bolton & Co. Page
183 Verse #574
Owner
Cooper Hewitt Museum, New York, NY
Owner Private
Cooper Hewitt Museum