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Lot 395

Pennsylvania silk on linen needlework sampler

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
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Mrs. Galligher School, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, silk on linen needlework sampler, dated February 17 1788, inscribed Ann Susanna Riddle a daughter of John and Barbara Riddles…, the lower edge with a church and unworked door, with winged angel overhead and repeating diamond with strawberries, hearts, and flowers, 15 1/4" x 14 3/4". Pictured in Betty Ring Girlhood Embroideries, page 413. Provenance: Conestoga Auction, John Wills, York, Pennsylvania 1988.

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Condition

Toning, sporadic losses to background, tears to background, loss to face of angel, sporadic stains.

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