Framed British Needlework Sampler

Description:

Framed British Needlework Sampler, c. 1760, depicting a manse and cricket player, signed "Caroline Martin" and dated "AD 1760," ht. 17, wd. 12 1/2 in. (sight).
Estimate $1,000-1,500

Not examined out of frame. Edges with early tack marks and loss.


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