Explore the CollectionSampler

Measurements
46cm a 42cm
Place of Origin
United Kingdom
Historical Period/Date
19th Century (1800-1829 Early)/1829
Registration Number
2009-017
Donated/Purchased
Donated
Techniques
Cross Stitch,
Objects
Samplers,

Physical Description

Sampler completed in 1829 by Ann Saunders. Traditional design using bands of pattern, and the whole design enclosed in a floral border. The alphabet at the top is followed by a formal band of leaves and flowers. Three baskets of flowers followed by a traditional band of figures with central house. Lettering: "Ann Saunders - her sampler - worked in the Year of Our Lord 1829 and (?) Year of her Age", followed by a phrase of scripture.

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