Square Sampler (With House)
Date1864
Object NameSampler
Mediumcanvas and wool
ClassificationsTextiles
DimensionsOverall (Unframed and Unmounted Height x Diameter): 340 × 317mm
LocationOn Display - Gallery 03
Object numberABDMS006845
About MeThis linen cross stitch sampler is worked in wool thread.
The upper section comprises upper and lower case alphabets and numerals followed by a religious verse:
for god and he alone is good
his mercy is for ever sure
his truth hath always firmly stood
and shall from age to age endure
The lower section is decorated with a house with blue tiles, peacocks, topiary trees, birds, hearts, a basket of flowers and a strawberry.
The year 1864 is sewn above the house.
1835
Possibly 1820s - 1830s
19th century
16-May-1859
