Denckla, Mary (age 11)

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Maker
Denckla, Mary (age 11)
Date made
1829
Origin
Unknown
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
4 alphabets: each with 26 letters, uppercase block with ampersand, lowercase double letters. Numbers 1-11. Various cross bands and stitched lines between each row. Small flower and leaf border all 4 sides.
Inscription
Whatever purifies, fortifies also the heart. / Mary Denckla done in her 11th year 1829 //
Length Without Frame
16 1/8"
Length With Frame
19 3/8"
Width Without Frame
17 1/4"
Wdith With Frame
20 3/8"
Historical Owner
Purchased.
Owner
Private collector
Owner Private
Neil & Clara Bass