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Makers / Maker's Age: Bradley, Ann (age 11)
Date Made: ca. 1840
Origin: England ?
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Embroidery Thread: Silk
Foundation Cloth: Linen
Dimensions: w x 19" h
Owner: Private collector
Inscriptions:
Predominant Motif: A Chinese pagoda in center of sampler with two men - one drawing water from a well. Willow trees. On both sides baskets with flowers. A bowl of fruit, birds, a stag and various motifs. Interesting border of flowers, crosses and acorns? all four sides.
History of Owner: Purchased in MA in the 1930's
Published in american samplers by bolton & COE, 1921No