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Mary Emerson Cross-Stitch Needlework Alphabet Sampler, circa 1824
Item Details
Item Type | Sampler, Needlework |
Technique | Cross-Stitch, Embroidery |
Manufacturing Process | Handmade |
Materials | Fabric, Cotton, Silk |
Inscriptions and/or Labels | Stitched inscription in sampler appears to read “Mary B Emerson wrought this… / … july 1824 in the 13th year of her age…” |
Period | Early 19th Century, Antique |
Date | 1824 |
- Item not examined outside of mounting
Condition
- wear to edges of frame; stains, toning, and discoloration to fabric; heavy wear to edges of fabric; billow to fabric; pulling and losses of thread stitching throughout; debris present under glass; loose glass in frame; frame separating at lower left corner; protruding nails from upper left corner of frame.
Dimensions
20.5" W x 19.5" H x 1.0" D
- measures frame.
Item #
ITMGB92267