Jamson, Jane

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Maker
Jamson, Jane
Date made
Aberdeen, Scotland
Origin
1824
Stitches
Cross, Half-cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Wool
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
While technically not a sampler we thought this was an interesting example of how knowledge of alphabets was put to use. What better way to keep track of household items going out to the laundry or being stored away? (Note): a straight pin was used to mark the quantity).
Inscription
(Side 1): P Hand fs, P Stockgs, N Caps, Gloves, Shifts, Petticoats, Gowns, N. Gowns, Frills, Spencers, Caps, Frocks, Tippits, N. HAndfs, Aprons, C. Bag /. Side 2): Pr Sheets, prs P Slips, Towels, NApkins, T Cloths, B Covers, P Blankets, Counterpanes, Shirts, N. Shirts, N Cloths, Vests, Drawers, Collars and S Handfs / Jane Jamson Aberdeen //
Length Without Frame
7 1/2"
Width Without Frame
6 1/4"
Historical Owner
#1925-228 Museum purchase
Owner
Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA
Owner Private
Colonial Williamsburg