Susanna Clark
Jesus Permit Thy Gracious Name to Stand
1807
Physical Qualities
Linen or wool ground, silk embroidery threads, 12 3/4 x 12 3/4 in. (32.4 x 32.4 cm.)
Credit Line
Gloria B. and Herbert M. Katzenberg Collection
Object Number
2015.131
The Baltimore Museum of Art by gift, 2015; Estate of Gloria Katzenberg, Baltimore
Inscribed: Embroidered in black threads at center top within border: "Jesus permit they gracious Name to stand As the first efforts of an infant's hand And while her Fingers over this canvas move Engage her tender heart to seek thy love With thy dear children let her share a part And write thy name Thyself upon her heart Susanna Clark Aged 11 years May 11 1807"
