Lot 162: Two Samplers by Mary Thompson

Lot 162: Two Samplers by Mary Thompson

1833 needlework sampler and family record, with alphabets, “Mary Thompson Sampler wrought at Skaneateles in her 11th year, Fear God and keep his commandments”, “Ann L. Porter Inst. 1833.”, professionally conserved, 13 1/2″ x 16 1/2″; and another long sampler by Mary Thompson, 7 1/2″ x 17″; (deaccessioned from the Mass. Society of Mayflower Descendants). 

Estimate: $500-1,000

Description

1833 needlework sampler and family record, with alphabets, “Mary Thompson Sampler wrought at Skaneateles in her 11th year, Fear God and keep his commandments”, “Ann L. Porter Inst. 1833.”, professionally conserved, 13 1/2″ x 16 1/2″; and another long sampler by Mary Thompson, 7 1/2″ x 17″; (deaccessioned from the Mass. Society of Mayflower Descendants). 

Estimate: $500-1,000