Needlework Sampler by Lucy White Pittsfield, NH dated 1823

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Lucy at aged 12 worked this sampler which includes alphabets, flowering fine borders, beautiful flowering basket motifs and a verse yearning for guidance over the slippery paths of youth. Apparently, It has never been easy for 12 year olds. The sampler is inscribed: Lucy White aged 12 years - Pittsfield August 8 1823.

The source of wisdom I implore
Thy aid to guide me safely o'er
The slipry paths of youth

O deign to send a steady ray
To point the sure and certain way
To value and to truth

Silk on linen: 17" x 17 1/2" sight.

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Needlework Sampler by Lucy White Pittsfield, NH dated 1823

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