Board, Sarah Jane

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Maker
Board, Sarah Jane
Date made
1836
Origin
Oak Grove, VA US
Stitches
Cross, Flame, Eyelet
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
6 alphabets. Numbers 1-10. Large house with two chimneys at center bottom. A small double peaked building on either side. A large pyramid representing the Blue Ridge mountains on the L. Diamond motif on the right. Cross band of baskets with flowers. Scroll border all four sides.
Inscription
Sarah J. Board wrought this Sampler at Oak grove. A. D. 1836. / The Lord my pastures shall prepare / And feed me with a shepherds care / His presence shall y wants supply / And guard me with a watchful eye / My noon-day walks he shall attend / And all my midnight hours defend. //
Length Without Frame
23 3/4"
Length With Frame
26 1/2"
Width Without Frame
12 3/4"
Wdith With Frame
20 1/2"
Original Frame
Yes
Historical Owner
Inherited
Owner
Hope G. Dunlap
Owner Private
Hope Gettys Dunlap