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Matilda Johnston American Needlework Sampler, Early 19th Century
Item Details
| Item Type | Sampler, Needlework |
| Maker | Matilda Johnston |
| Technique | Coss-Stitch, Eyelet Stitch |
| Manufacturing Process | Handmade |
| Materials | Silk Thread, Wool Thread, Linen Canvas |
| Inscriptions and/or Labels | Stitched verse reading “When youths soft season shall be oer / And scens(sp.) of childhood charm no more / My riper years with joy shall see / The fruits of youthful industry” |
| Period | Early 19th Century, Antique |
| Origin | United States |
| Additional Information | Stitcher’s name and the possible date “May 14” stitched to lower center |
Condition
- discoloration and foxing to linen canvas; discoloration to white silk and color faded from original yellow in baskets and initials at the end of the alphabet, slight fade to color in green silk, red wool remains vibrant; some loose and broken stitches throughout, with missing stitches in wool thread to borders and in alphabet line dividers indicative of insect damage; edge wear to frame; tears to paper backing.
Dimensions
14.5" W x 14.5" H x 1.0" D
- measures frame; visible work 13.75" W x 13.75" H.
Item #
ITMG109003
