Lapham, Susan Stephens (age 8)

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Maker
Lapham, Susan Stephens (age 8)
Date made
1832
Origin
US
Stitches
Cross, Satin, Double-running, Stem, Hem
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Canvas
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
3 alphabets: uppercase script missing the J. Numbers 1-7. 5 cross bands. All done in an octagon with a two story house, a church and various trees at the bottom. A flower border with a large rose in each corner.
Inscription
Wrought by Susan Stephens Lapham / Aged 8 Years . 1832 .
Length Without Frame
17 34"
Width Without Frame
16 1/2"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
#1969-288-84 Whitman Sampler Collection, gift of Pet, Inc. 1969
Owner
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia, PA
Owner Private
Philadelphia Museum of Art