Sampler

1829 May 23

Long format, five alphabet sequences, two number sequences, one verse, mounting strings remain. Stitches used: cross and queen. Verse reads, "No radiant pearl which crested fortune wears no gem that twinkling hangs from beauty's ears nor the bright stars which nights blue arch adorn nor rising suns that gild the vernal morn shine with such lustre as the tear that breaks for other's wo down virtue's manly cheeks, Mary Ann Stevens, May 23, 1829."

Silk

Linen

17.25x8 in.

1.206