10-28-201210-28-2012
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2618BBoston
October 28, 2012 10:00 AMCalender
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"Union Forever" Patriotic Needlework Sampler

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$420$350
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2618BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 28, 2012 10:00AM

Description:

"Union Forever" Patriotic Needlework Sampler, America, 1862 stitched with wool yarns on a berlin canvas, depicting a large American flag inscribed "Union forever," at center over a cottage with the inscription "Sweet Home" surrounded by a geometric flowering vine, with the maker's initials "C.H.L." and the date "1862," (minor toning),16 1/2 x 12 in., in a period molded walnut frame with gilt liner.

Provenance: Purchased from M. Finkel & Daughter.
Estimate $300-500