A Victorian sampler possibly Welsh, with central motto above a tree with two figures sheltering beneath and with ships either side, further trees, hearts and floral bands etc, signed with initials 'M P' and dated '1852', worked in coloured threads, 47cm x 64cm
Sold for £450
Estimated at £200 - £400
A Victorian sampler possibly Welsh, with central motto above a tree with two figures sheltering beneath and with ships either side, further trees, hearts and floral bands etc, signed with initials 'M P' and dated '1852', worked in coloured threads, 47cm x 64cm
In good condition. Set within a mahogany frame with a label to the reverse for the 1993 Witney Antiques Samplers Exhibition.
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Auction: The House & Garden Sale, 3rd Apr, 2023
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