Description

An American sampler with embroidered rows of stylized capital letters, script capital letters, block capital letters, lowercase letters, and numbers followed by partial poem by Robert Dodsley reading "What is the blooming tincture of the skin, to peace of mind and harmony within? What the bright sparkling of the finest eye, to the soft soothing of a clam reply?" Signed Lorana, Female Institute, March 1838.
Dimensions: Framed 19" square

Condition

Good, as expected, stains and losses.

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American Sampler, c 1838

Name: American Sampler, c 1838
SKU: 234223991
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Lot 0034

Estimate $200-$400Jun 24, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

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