Merrit, Sarah (age 9)

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Maker
Merrit, Sarah (age 9)
Date made
1810
Origin
Luzerne, Fayette Cty, PA US
Stitches
Cross, Flame.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
2 alphabets: first with ampersand, second ends with Y. Several cross bands and various stitched lines. Motifs at bottom. No border
Inscription
When Land is Gon and / Mony spent then Larning / is most Excelent (sic). / Sarah Merritt / did this work in the 9 / year of her age 1810
Historical Owner
#1984.4116.28
Owner
Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, WI
Owner Private
Wisconsin Historical Society