18th-century-framed-open-work-needlework-sampler
Lot 1099
18th Century Framed Open-Work Needlework Sampler
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Center with star motif surrounded by S-shaped motifs within multiple borders, eight surrounding squares embroidered with center pinwheel motifs within octagonal stars, all surrounded and interspersed with multicolored geometric, figurative, floral, and avian motifs, as well as tea/coffee pots, with open-work sections throughout and to outer border, framed under glass in dark distressed wooden frame with wooden back.

Framed dimensions 19 x 19.25 in.

From the Collection of the late Mr. & Mrs. Paul and Betty Mushak, Durham, North Carolina

Fading commensurate with age; some mis-shaping; stitched to cardboard, otherwise good estate condition.