Two Needlework Samplers

Description

America, 19th century
Each worked in silk threads on a coarse linen ground; one inscribed "IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM HINCHCLIFF" with a memorial prayer; the other by Frances Newton, composed of alphanumeric lines and maker's name below.
Sight of larger 6 3/4 x 17 inches.

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Two Needlework Samplers

Lot 0214

Estimate $400-$700Jun 5, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

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Americana in Boston

Jun 05, 2026 11:00 AM EDT

Boston, MA, United States

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