Gage, Phebe (age 8)

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Maker
Gage, Phebe (age 8)
Date made
1801
Origin
Pelham, NH US
Stitches
Cross, Chain, Buttonhole.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
5 alphabets: all missing J's. Small tree lower R corner. No border.
Inscription
P.G. aged eight years / PHEBE GAGE Pelham / born October 14, 1792 this wrought / 1801 / The loss of gold is much / The loss of time is more / The loss of Jesus is such / As no man can restore. //
Length Without Frame
34.70cm
Width Without Frame
27.70cm
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1995.003 Donated
Owner
Museums of Old York, York, ME
Owner Private
Museums of Old York