Sampson, Mary

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Maker
Sampson, Mary
Date made
1827
Origin
US
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Silk
Embroidery Thread
Cotton, Wool
Predominent Motif
A brick house with two side els and surrounded by trees is in the lower half of this sampler. Various animals are beneath the trees and on the green lawn. A large floral spray of roses across the top. A closely spaced arcaded strawberry border across the bottom and up both sides.
Inscription
(On L side): Prepare me Lord for thy right hand / Then came the joyful day / Come death and some celestial band / To bear my soul away / T(On R side): I the heard the word with love / And I would ?? obey / Send the good spirit from above / To guide me lest I stray.
Length Without Frame
16 3/8"
Width Without Frame
20 1/8"
Historical Owner
#81.10.31 Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James A. Drain
Owner
Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh, PA
Owner Private
Carnegie Museum of Art