Sichfrits, Elizabeth (age 11)

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Maker
Sichfrits, Elizabeth (age 11)
Date made
1824
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Chain
In Bolton & Co.
Yes Page 222
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A brick house with two chimneys in center with a fence and large and small trees done in a double saw tooth and cross stitch rectangle. Carnation and rose inner border with a trefoil outer border all four sides.
Inscription
Respectfully presented to Joseph and Sarah Sichfrits by their affection / ate daughter Elizabeth Sichfrits done in the 11th year of her age 1824 //
Length Without Frame
16 1/8"
Width Without Frame
22 1/16"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1941-69-65 Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe
Bolton & Co. Page
222
Owner
Cooper Hewitt Museum, New York, NY
Owner Private
Cooper Hewitt Museum