Smith, Sophia (age 9)

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Maker
Smith, Sophia (age 9)
Date made
1773
Origin
Hatfield, MA US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: both missing the J. Numbers 1-11. Simple stitched lines. Scroll motifs. Single cross stitch border.
Inscription
Sophia * Smith / Ageed - 9 years / A wise Son make / th a Glad Father / But a foolish Son / is the heavines of / his Mother * Holin / ess becomes God / s house for ever // (note: Proverbs of Solomon 10.1). //
Length Without Frame
12.5"
Width Without Frame
7.75"
Historical Owner
#NRA. A.3
Owner
Memorial Hall Museum, Deerfield, MA
Owner Private
Memorial Hall Museum