Miller, Louisa V. (age 10)

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Maker
Miller, Louisa V. (age 10)
Date made
1847
Origin
CT US
Stitches
Cross over 2, Tent, Satin, Back, Herringbone, Cross over 1.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Wool
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: all have the J and u but the third ends at Y. Two ampersands. Various stitched lines. Bottom section depicts a street with three houses and a church. Several large trees. A duck far L, a rose bush next to the church. A large red bird on top of one of the trees. Border of meandering vine with flowers or berries.
Inscription
Wrought by Louisa V Miller in the 10th year of her age / 1847
Length Without Frame
16 3/8"
Width Without Frame
17 1/2"
Historical Owner
#1961.12.39 Donated by the Brainard family.
Owner
Connecticut Historical Society, Hartford, CT
Owner Private
Connecticut Historical Society