Giddings, Jerusha (age 11)

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Maker
Giddings, Jerusha (age 11)
Date made
1838
Origin
Lisbon, CT US
Stitches
Cross over two, Rice, Algerian eye, Long-armed cross, Outline, Straight.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
4 alphabets: each complete. Numbers 1-10. Various small cross bands. Four diamond, one heart and a flowering vine motifs. A large multi colored column on either side at bottom. Narrow border all four sides.
Inscription
Sabra Giddings / Aged 11 Years / Lisbon July 28 1838
Length Without Frame
17 1/8"
Width Without Frame
17 1/8"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1981.8.0 Museum purchase
Owner
Connecticut Historical Society, Hartford, CT
Owner Private
Connecticut Historical Society