- Maker
- Carver, Lois (age 9)
- Date made
- 1824
- Origin
- Unknown
- Stitches
- Cross.
- In Bolton & Co.
- No Verse #486. 1828. Page 316.
- Foundation Cloth
- Wool
- Embroidery Thread
- Silk
- Predominent Motif
- Central saw tooth edged cartouche with small flower, trees and animal motifs. Spot motifs of hearts, crowns, flowers surround the cartouche. Reversing arcaded carnation border all four sides.
- Inscription
- Tis religion that can give****** / Sweetest pleasures while we live / Tis religion must supply***** / Solid comfort when we die. / Lois Carver / Aged 9 Years / 1824 //
- Length Without Frame
- 13"
- Length With Frame
- 18 1/8"
- Width Without Frame
- 13 1/4"
- Wdith With Frame
- 18 1/8"
- Original Frame
- No
- Historical Owner
- Donated by Mrs. Harrold Gillingham.
- Owner
- NSCDA Philadelphia, PA
