Lunt, Lucretia W. (age 8)

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Maker
Lunt, Lucretia W. (age 8)
Date made
1840
Origin
US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
5 alphabets: uppercase cursive missing J. Numbers 1-19. Numbers 1-19. Various small cross bands including Greek key and partial diamond cross bands. Rose bud border all four sides.
Inscription
Whatever ills in coming life betide / The great examplar shall be all my guide / And when old age with wayward step appears / May this remind me of my younger years. / LUCRETIA W. LUNT. / Aged 8 Years / 1840
Original Frame
Unframed
Owner
Thayer Memorial Library, Lancaster, MA
Owner Private
Thayer Memorial Library