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18th C. Sampler Show Towel

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1737 dated Pennsylvania German school girl's needlework on linen 22 1/2" (length) x 11 1/4" (width) sampler show towel. Contains three sets of initials: "TB" / "MMB" / "MIEB", and a two-line inscription in German which includes the apparent family name: "Blanck" or "Branck". [Provenance: Collection of Nan Bers, Rydal, PA.] CONDITION: Fringe loss at bottom edge. Minor & sporadic fading & stains.

Condition

Fringe loss at bottom edge. Minor & sporadic fading & stains.

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18th C. Sampler Show Towel

Name: 18th C. Sampler Show Towel
SKU: 43995460
Price: 375 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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Starting Price $200

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