Terrell, Adaline S. (1830-1867)

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Maker
Terrell, Adaline S. (1830-1867)
Date made
1851
Origin
Covington Cnty, MS US
Stitches
Cross over two
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: both with 26 letters. Numbers 1-6. One floral band that curves upward at both ends. Large flower and leaf border and a cross stitch outer border all four sides.
Inscription
Teach me to feel another's woe / To hide the fault I see / That mercy I to others show / That mercy show to me. / Adaline S Terrell. / Mrs Amanda M Peyton / Zion Seminary Mississippi / 1851 //
Length Without Frame
18 5/8"
Width Without Frame
17 5/8"
Historical Owner
#2010.100 Museum purchase and partial gift of Mrs. Bettianne Sweeney
Owner
Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA
Owner Private
Colonial Williamsburg