Devear, Ann (age 10)

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Maker
Devear, Ann (age 10)
Date made
1800
Origin
Norfolk, England
Stitches
Satin, Counted Cross, Straight, Chain
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Tammy
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: U & V reversed. Numbers 1-9 plus X. All done in a six sided cartouche with Adam and Eve beneath the apple tree at the bottom. Angels fly above. Floral baskets decorate the top and sides with a floral spray with a centered blue bow at the bottom.
Inscription
Religin and Duty happy I am taught / And Needlework to this perfection Brought / To read the Scriptures and my Neighbors love / In hopes to gain those Heavenly joys above / / Ann Devear Aged 10 Years 1800
Length Without Frame
12 1/2"
Length With Frame
14 1/4"
Width Without Frame
12 1/2"
Wdith With Frame
14 1/4"
Original Frame
Unknown
Historical Owner
Don and Faith Bronson Collection to Barbara Randau
Owner
Barbara K. Randau
Owner Private
Barbara K. Randau