Lawrence, Sally (age 7)

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Maker
Lawrence, Sally (age 7)
Date made
1791
Origin
Hartford, CT US
Stitches
Cross over 2, Satin, Chain
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: uppercase block complete with some letters repeated, lowercase missing the J but has both the long and the short style S. Various stitched lines. One flower and vine motif, two diamond motifs. Border all four sides.
Inscription
Sally Lawrence. / aged 7 years / Harford July 28 / Improve ev'ry mom't / /
Length Without Frame
10 5/8"
Width Without Frame
8 1/2"
Historical Owner
#1922.6.4 Donated by Mary Elizabeth Hastings
Owner
Connecticut Historical Society, Hartford, CT
Owner Private
Connecticut Historical Society