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A Needlework Embroidered Schoolgirl's Sampler, Wrought by Elisabeth Short

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A Needlework Embroidered Schoolgirl's Sampler, Wrought by Elisabeth Short

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Description

A Needlework Embroidered Schoolgirl's Sampler, Wrought by Elisabeth Short
Likely New Hampshire, Circa 1787
identified Elisabeth Short Born Feb 14 1779 / 8 years, along with alphabet lines and a stylized landscape scene to bottom with animals and a bird.
14 x 10 1/8 inches.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Property from the Collection of Judy and John Anthrop, Holland, Michigan

Condition

Framed: 15 1/2 x 11 3/4 inches.

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A Needlework Embroidered Schoolgirl's Sampler, Wrought by Elisabeth Short

Name: A Needlework Embroidered Schoolgirl's Sampler, Wrought by Elisabeth Short
SKU: 145425144
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

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