RARE NEW ENGLAND MENDING OR DARNING SAMPLER
Dated 1832
Wrought by "Gisey Burns aged 10 years 1832". Upper half with rows of alphabets. Lower half with maker's inscription, a bird in a tree, a basket of flowers, a deer and a row of several different stitch patterns that exemplify the meticulous stitchwork required for mending, reweaving and advanced embroidery.
12" x 12" sight. Framed 14" x 14".

Not examined out of frame or under UV light. Faint stains, toning and other wear commensurate with age. Newer acid-free framing.

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