Black, Betty (age 8)

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Maker
Black, Betty (age 8)
Date made
1768
Origin
England?
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Canvas
Embroidery Thread
Wool
Predominent Motif
5 alphabets: both upper and lowercase. #5 done with very large letters, ends with N. No J's or U's in any. Numbers 1-11. Various cross bands at the top and various stitched lines. At the bottom 2 large and 3 smaller crowns. Small dog on L. No border.
Inscription
T B L B B I / M R M R S / D B I M (On bottom R): BETTY BLACK / Done in the 8 Year / oF MY AGe 1768 *
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#
Owner
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia, PA
Owner Private
Philadelphia Museum of Art