Flanders, Lydia (age 8)

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Maker
Flanders, Lydia (age 8)
Date made
1826
Origin
MA (?) US
Stitches
Cross, Eyelet
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk (?)
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: uppercase script missing the J. Numbers 1-14. Various wide and narrow cross bands. Reversing arcaded carnation border all four sices.
Inscription
Receive instruction and be wise / True wisdom early learn to prize / Religion's pure and gentle ray / Shall then illume your toilsome way / Mid dangerous paths its hallow'd light / Shall guide your feet and cheer your sight / Lydia Flanders aged 8 years 1826 //
Length Without Frame
13 3/4"
Length With Frame
20 3/4"
Width Without Frame
9 1/2"
Wdith With Frame
16 1/2"
Historical Owner
89.2.1
Owner
Pittock Mansion Society, Portland, OR
Owner Private
Pittock Mansion Society