Lot 217: 19th C. Needlework Sampler

Estimate: $300 – $600

Signed “Louisa Crossman Earnshaw”, dated “Dec. 5th Aged 10 years, 1847”, alphabets and numerals, decorated with birds, trees, hearts and a fence, floral border, “Life is a Blessing can’t be sold, The Ransome is too high, No sum can purchase such a Grant, that man should never die.”, red oak frame with gilt liner, 15 1/2″ x 12″ (sight), (ex. Fertig collection).