SAM-06012
Estimated Date Stitched:
Sept 6, 1838
Estimated Age of Stitcher:
School and/or Teacher:
Name of Stitcher:
Emily Cheeseman
Type of Sampler:
alphabet
Size of Sampler:
Width: 31cm
Height: 40cm
Description:
Condition: Excellent
Description of condition:
Fabric Type:
Linen
Approximate thread count:
60
Embroidery thread type:
cotton
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Borders: Flower Pattern – Flower border on the outside, and inside border has a wave pattern.
Motifs:
Type of stitches: Cross
Name or initials on sampler: Emily Cheeseman
Verse or Inscription:
The happy choice/Beret with snares on every hand/In life’s uncertain path I stand/Father Devine diffuse thy light/To guide my doubtful footsteps right/Engage to choose the better part/To scorn the trifles of a day/For joys that never fade away
Owner / Donor Story:
Sampler was discovered in the collection of the Art Gallery. No record exists as to its origin or donor.
Other Information:
Accession Number: 94.9.1
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