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Antique School Sampler, English, Needlepoint Embroidery Display, Victorian, 1884

$1,172.86
£856
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This is an antique school sampler. An English, needlepoint pupil's embroidery display, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1884. Charming sampler, showing a deft hand from the 9 year old pupil Displays a desirable aged patina within a later, quality frame Cotton embroidery presents an appealing colour palette Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of mounting Embroidered alphabet in block letters and cursive, with numbers below Appears to list the initials of each pupil within Elizabeth Bell's class Whitley Chapel School continues in the Hexham area of Northumberland Accentuated with foliate detail to the decorative border This is a delightful antique school sampler, showcasing the technique of the 9 year old Elizabeth Bell. A decorative treat, delivered ready to display. Dimensions: Max Width: 58.5cm (23'') Max Depth: 4cm (1.5'') Max Height: 50.5cm (20'') Needlepoint Width: 49cm (19.25'') Needlepoint Height: 41cm (16.25'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.89 in (50.5 cm)Width: 23.04 in (58.5 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1884
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 243931stDibs: LU2645340678492

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