Gilman, Mary S. (age 14)

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Maker
Gilman, Mary S. (age 14)
Date made
1821
Origin
Mason, NH US
Stitches
Cross, Satin,
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
A two story Federal style house a large tree on each side, a small lawn and various shrubs dominates the center of the sampler. A flower spray across the top with a flower and leaf border up both sides.
Inscription
When Pliant nature any form receives / That precept teaches, or example gives / The yielding mind with virtue should be gracd / For first impressions seldom are effac.d / Wrought by Mary S. Gilman AE 14 1821
Length Without Frame
17"
Width Without Frame
16"
Owner
The Bridges
Owner Private
Sally Bridges