Wood, Martha

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Maker
Wood, Martha
Date made
1769
Origin
RI (?) US
Stitches
Cross, Satin
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Predominent Motif
A religious sampler. On the L side: The Lord's Prayer. Center L: EXODUS Center R: CHAPXX On the R side: The Apostles Creed. Flower and triangular motifs at the top and bottom. No border.
Inscription
Religious prayers followed by: Martha Wood ended this / work April the 12th / 1 7 6 9 //
Length Without Frame
12 1/2"
Length With Frame
13 1/4"
Width Without Frame
13 1/2"
Wdith With Frame
14"
Original Frame
Unknown
Historical Owner
#1966.001.015 Gift of Mabel Wheeler
Owner
Jamestown Historical Society, Jamestown, RI
Owner Private
Jamestown Historical Society