AMERICAN NEEDLEWORK VERSE SAMPLER MARY SHAW C. 1793
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AMERICAN NEEDLEWORK VERSE SAMPLER, MARY SHAW, C. 1793, 9 1/2" X 9 3/4":Probably silk on linen, rendered in shades of cream, green and brown, the verse above reads "Education form's the virtuous mind. As the twig bends the tree is inclind [sic].", with birds and flowers below, "Mary Shaw, Sep. 12th 1793" below, within a flowering vine border, under glass in a late 19th century painted wood frame.
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The fabric has darkened overall; several pulled areas along the edges (apparent in the photo).
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AMERICAN NEEDLEWORK VERSE SAMPLER MARY SHAW C. 1793
Estimate $300 - $500
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