How Dear to This Heart
Estimated Date Stitched:
1935
Estimated Age of Stitcher:
adult
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Name of Stitcher:
Type of Sampler:
other*
*Saying
Size of Sampler:
Width: 10in
Height: 12.5in
✔︎ Framed
Description:
archivally framed
Condition: Excellent
Description of condition:
Fabric Type:
Linen
Approximate thread count:
32
Embroidery thread type:
cotton
Number of letters:
Case:
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Borders: other – modified greek key
Motifs: plants, buildings
Type of stitches: Cross
Name or initials on sampler: none
Verse or Inscription:
How Dear to This Heart
Owner / Donor Story:
Passed onto me by my Aunt Margaret along with other pieces of needlework. This is a piece that was likely done by one of my great aunts around 1935-1940.
Other Information:
Photographs
No. of photographs: Number of photographs: 3
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