Livermore, Mary (age 12)

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Maker
Livermore, Mary (age 12)
Date made
1813
Origin
Weston, MA US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: two uppercase script both missing J second one ends with Y. One ampersand. Numbers 1-(1)0. Various stitched lines and cross bands. The lower half has three sections: verse, signature and the bottom has two female figures in long gowns beside a central apple tree. On the L and R are a basket of fruit. Double saw tooth border all four sides.
Inscription
While rosy cheeks thy bloom confess / And virtue thy bosom warms / Let virtue and let knowledge dress / Thy mind with brighter charms / Mary Livermore's work wrought in the 12th year of her age AD 1813
Length Without Frame
12"
Length With Frame
14"
Width Without Frame
12"
Wdith With Frame
14"
Original Frame
Unknown
Historical Owner
#2007.9.1 Purchased
Owner
Weston Historical Society, Weston, MA
Owner Private
Weston Historical Society