Lair, Sarah Ann

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Maker
Lair, Sarah Ann
Date made
ca. 1831
Origin
Hunterdon County, NJ US
Stitches
Cross, Algerian Eye
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk, Cotton
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: uppercase script missing J, uppercase block ends with W. Small cross bands. At the top Quaker motifs of lily-of-the-valley, potted floral in black outlined basket, colorful hearts and a stepped geometric shape. At the bottom geometric star-like patterns. Reversing strawberry vine border all four sides.
Inscription
Sarah Ann Lare (Mis-spelled should be Lair). / Born April the 13th A D / 1820
Length Without Frame
16 1/2"
Width Without Frame
16 1/4"
Historical Owner
Purchased
Owner
Collection of Dan & Marty Campanelli