Hussey, Annzolette (age 9)

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Maker
Hussey, Annzolette (age 9)
Date made
1821
Origin
Portsmouth, NH US
Stitches
Cross, Crosslet, Outline, Stem, Chain, Satin.
In Bolton & Co.
Yes......... Page 170
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: uppercase script missing the J, ends with O. Numbers 1-19. Various cross bands and stitched lines. In the lower half a flower basket on a rectangular base flanked by two 8-sided lozenges decorated with swags and tassels containing the inscription and date. Reversing arcaded border all 4 sides.
Inscription
(On L): Annzolette / Hussey / Aged 9 / (On R): In the year of / our Lord / 1821 //
Length Without Frame
15 3/4"
Width Without Frame
17 1/2"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#H 33961 Gift of Mrs. Abby Knight McLane.
Owner
Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC
Owner Private
Smithsonian Institution