Samplers can be found dating back to the 16th century, but most samplers date from the 19th century, although 17th and 18th century examples can be found.

Their purpose was to teach girls from as young as 9 or 10 and young women a variety of sewing stiches through instruction and practice, in the era before examples were available in printed magazines and books. They also were an aid to teaching the embroiderer the alphabet and numerals - most samplers include both of these in the lower section.

Samplers often carry the name of the embroiderer and the date. Sometimes the age of the embroiderer is given and occasionally the name of her house or school. This information adds interest to the piece, and can also affect the value, particularly if it verifies that the sampler was completed in Australia.

Samplers were sewn on linen and wool or silk threads were more...

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A George II sampler by Betty Horn, dated 1739 and 1740, 'Aged…

Betty Horn's 1739 Sampler with Floral Vines and Alphabets

A George II sampler by Betty Horn, dated 1739 and 1740, 'Aged 10 Years', with strawberry and floral vines, multiple alphabets and verse, 'September 20, 1740, this was finished by Betty Horn, daughter of Roger and Elizabeth Horn aged 11 years'. Worked in…

Victorian sampler, 'Charlotte Baseiy, Heyfold, September 17,…

Charlotte Baseiy's Victorian Sampler (1830)

Victorian sampler, 'Charlotte Baseiy, Heyfold, September 17, 1830?' in black frame

A William IV linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

William IV Sampler by Eliza Smith, 1830

A William IV linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Eliza Smith and dated 1830. 37.5 cm high, 32 cm wide

Victorian needle point sampler, c. 1860, hand sewn by Leah…

Leah Morgans' Victorian Needle Point Sampler

Victorian needle point sampler, c. 1860, hand sewn by Leah Morgans, 1860, framed 78 x 63 cm, (framed). Provenance: The Estate of Judith Hoyle, Newcastle

A framed sampler 1835 by Mary Newich.

1835 Sampler by Mary Newich

A framed sampler 1835 by Mary Newich.

Early 19th century framed sampler, of rectangular form,…

19th Century Sampler with Floral and Religious Motifs

Early 19th century framed sampler, of rectangular form, decorated with vases of flowers, lions and crowns under trees, 'Be Christ my pattern and my guide...Miss Johnson's school. Dec 13. 1825/Prepare to meet thy God in Glory', in tones of green, brown and…

Six needleworks and two samplers, 19th century, the needleworks…

19th Century Needleworks and Samplers

Six needleworks and two samplers, 19th century, the needleworks depicting a shepherdess with lambs, two others with ladies in forest settings, three floral studies, and one sampler in memory of Ann Hobson, dating 1850, largest needlework 36 cm x 32 cm…

A Victorian child's needlework sampler by Norah G Stilwell,…

Victorian Child's Sampler by Norah G Stilwell (1880)

A Victorian child's needlework sampler by Norah G Stilwell, Hilfield, Yateley, circa 1880, 40 x 30 cm

A Victorian child's sampler by Mary Ann Crack. 37 cm high, 31.5…

Mary Ann Crack's Victorian Sampler

A Victorian child's sampler by Mary Ann Crack. 37 cm high, 31.5 cm wide

Late 18th century embroidered and drawn silk sampler of the map…

18th Century World Map Sampler with Cook's Voyages

Late 18th century embroidered and drawn silk sampler of the map of the world with Cook's voyages. Height 50 x 73 cm

A Regency linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th…

Regency Linen Cross-Stitch Sampler, 1821

A Regency linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Ann Dobson and dated 1821. 35 cm high, 30 cm wide

Early Victorian framed hand embroidered sampler signed Eliza…

Eliza Scott's Victorian Sampler, 1837

Early Victorian framed hand embroidered sampler signed Eliza Scott, Falmouth, February 6th, 1837, aged 12 years.' Well framed. 40 cm x 45 cm.

Sampler dated 27/08/1869 by Fanny Jane Fox, Oatlands, in huon…

Fanny Jane Fox Sampler in Huon Pine Frame

Sampler dated 27/08/1869 by Fanny Jane Fox, Oatlands, in huon pine frame, sampler 43 cm high, 29 cm wide,

An antique sampler by 'Jane Bold Aged 10 years', in an…

Antique Sampler by Jane Bold, 19th Century

An antique sampler by 'Jane Bold Aged 10 years', in an Australian cedar frame, 19th century 44 x 48 cm overall

A Georgian sampler, 1823, by Ann Callis of Loughborough, aged…

Ann Callis' Georgian Sampler, 1823

A Georgian sampler, 1823, by Ann Callis of Loughborough, aged ten, embroidered in petit point on linen with a sombre religious poem, trees, small animals and cupids, and deep borders of floral crewel work. Height 59 cm, width 51.5 cm, (includes frame)

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

Ann Hill's 1804 Needlework Sampler

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Ann Hill at M. Chapmans school and dated 1804. 44 cm high, 30 cm wide

An embroidered sermon sampler, 1839, reading 'Happy the child…

Sermon Sampler: Happy Child, Fearful of Hell (9 words)

An embroidered sermon sampler, 1839, reading 'Happy the child whose tender years Receive instructions well, Who hates the sinners path and fears, the road that leads to hell Meranda Golding July 25 1839', 39 x 26 cm

A George III silk and linen cross-stitch needlework sampler,…

George III Sampler, 1787

A George III silk and linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, 18th century, dated 1787, worked by Mary Braine Warkton taught by Mary Blackburn Kettering and dated Northamptonshire, 1848, 53 cm high, 64 cm wide. Provenance: Witney Antiques, England

A framed needlepoint embroidery sampler by Dinah Maxfield,…

Religious Needlepoint Sampler, Dinah Maxfield, 1834

A framed needlepoint embroidery sampler by Dinah Maxfield, circa 1834, on the importance of religion, 43 x 33 cm

A George III embroidered sampler featuring biblical verses,…

George III Sampler by Martha Smallwood, 1812

A George III embroidered sampler featuring biblical verses, Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden surrounded by various animals, etc, embroidered by Martha Smallwood, aged 12 years in 1812, under glass and in mahogany frame, some old staining. 53 x 41 cm.

A sampler by Elizabeth Stembridge, 1833, 32 x 33 cm

1833 Sampler by Elizabeth Stembridge

A sampler by Elizabeth Stembridge, 1833, 32 x 33 cm

18th century sampler worked with petit point cross stitch,…

Elizabeth Webb Cabburn's 18th Century Petit Point Sampler

18th century sampler worked with petit point cross stitch, estate manor houses and gardens by Elizabeth Webb Cabburn, born at great Marlow 1792, 47 x 42 cm

An antique sampler by 'Mary Davies, 1849', 50 x 40 cm overall

An antique sampler by 'Mary Davies, 1849', 50 x 40 cm overall

Sampler by Susanna Harper 'The temple of Fame, 1814', in later…

Sampler by Susanna Harper 'The temple of Fame, 1814', in later frame and mount, 41 x 31 cm, 54 x 43 cm overall

A Georgian needlework sampler by Mary Rushton aged twelve 1835,…

Georgian Needlework Sampler by Mary Rushton, 1835

A Georgian needlework sampler by Mary Rushton aged twelve 1835, daintily worked in cross stitch upon fine translucent linen featuring a verse and a double storey house with stylised gardens, enclosed by a running vegetal border, height 32.5 cm, width 33.5…

Good antique framed Scottish embroidered sampler embroidered by…

Good antique framed Scottish embroidered sampler embroidered by Agnes 16th May 1840, 53 cm x 50.5 cm (including frame), details verso.

An antique English needlework sampler in original maple frame…

19th Century English Needlework Sampler in Maple Frame

An antique English needlework sampler in original maple frame with gilt slip and glass, mid 19th century. A very extensive and detailed example in an impressively large format, 83 x 72 cm overall

Victorian needlework sampler with ornate design depicting…

Victorian Sampler with Ornate Design and Poem (1848)

Victorian needlework sampler with ornate design depicting plants, birds and children, a poem to bottom centre, dated 1848, 53 cm x 43.5 cm (frame)

An alphabet embroidery sampler, 19th century, 42.5 x 31 cm

19th Century Alphabet Embroidery Sampler

An alphabet embroidery sampler, 19th century, 42.5 x 31 cm

A needlework sampler by Nancy Wilson shepherd, dated 1847 60 x…

Nancy Wilson Shepherd's 1847 Sampler

A needlework sampler by Nancy Wilson shepherd, dated 1847 60 x 60 cm. Provenance: The Estate of Joan Harris Am and Frederick Parslow AM.

A sampler by Mary Ann Vale aged 7, July 1835, 41.5 x 30 cm

Mary Ann Vale Sampler, July 1835

A sampler by Mary Ann Vale aged 7, July 1835, 41.5 x 30 cm

English framed needle point sampler, with alphabet and signed…

Emma Atkinson's 1826 Sampler

English framed needle point sampler, with alphabet and signed 'Emma Atkinson Aged 7 Years Oct 1826', height 29 cm, width 30 cm

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

George III Needlework Sampler, 1793

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 18th century, worked by Sally May and dated 1793. 32.5 cm high, 31 cm wide

A Victorian linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

Elizabeth Sawyer's 1838 Cross-Stitch Sampler

A Victorian linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Elizabeth Sawyer and dated 1838. 31 cm high, 33 cm wide

A pair of Regency samplers signed Sarah Markham 1840 48 cm x 31…

Regency Samplers by Sarah Markham (1840)

A pair of Regency samplers signed Sarah Markham 1840 48 cm x 31 cm

Early 19th century rosewood framed sampler worked by Maragret S…

Rosewood Sampler by Margaret S Bruce

Early 19th century rosewood framed sampler worked by Maragret S Bruce in cotton

Framed antique hand embroidered sampler for Jane Crocker August…

August 1790 Sampler for Jane Crocker

Framed antique hand embroidered sampler for Jane Crocker August 1790, 53 x 19.5 cm

Framed antique hand embroidered sampler for Sarah Harrison 1820,…

Sarah Harrison's 1820 Sampler

Framed antique hand embroidered sampler for Sarah Harrison 1820, 48.5 cm x 40.5 cm

A George I embroidered sampler worked in thread on linen…

Georgian Embroidered Sampler, 1720

A George I embroidered sampler worked in thread on linen backing in a linial format including alphabet, birds, flower and plant forms, religious cross and other imagery, includes dates of 1720, in tones of soft green, blue, tan, red and black. 39 cm x 49…

A superb 19th century sampler signed Mary Anne Preston. Aged…

Mary Anne Preston's 1822 Sampler

A superb 19th century sampler signed Mary Anne Preston. Aged six in1822

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

Georgian Cross-Stitch Sampler by Harriot Rodford (1792)

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 18th century, worked by Harriot Rodford and dated 1792. 46 cm high, 20.5 cm wide

Georgian sampler, 'Ann Bennitt, 1821?', in timber frame

Georgian Sampler by Ann Bennitt, 1821

Georgian sampler, 'Ann Bennitt, 1821?', in timber frame

A needlework silk on linen Sampler '1725', English, 18th…

18th Century English Silk Sampler

A needlework silk on linen Sampler '1725', English, 18th century, 29.5 cm wide, 29 cm high

An antique sampler in maple frame, 19th century, 58 x 37 cm, 70…

19th Century Maple Framed Antique Sampler

An antique sampler in maple frame, 19th century, 58 x 37 cm, 70 x 47 cm overall

A late George III sampler, embroidered in autumn tones with…

Autumn Sampler by Eliza Wisley Coward, 1810

A late George III sampler, embroidered in autumn tones with house, trees, figures, animals, insects, ship and a floral border. Signed and dated Eliza Wisley Coward aged 11yrs 1810, in oak frame under glass. 52.5 x 40 cm

A framed sampler 1824 by Anne Reading.

Anne Reading's 1824 Sampler

A framed sampler 1824 by Anne Reading.

Early 19th century sampler worked in cotton by Jane Furnish 13…

Jane Furnish's 1801 Sampler

Early 19th century sampler worked in cotton by Jane Furnish 13 years of age 1801

A Georgian sampler by Sarah Watts, 1789, 40 x 29 cm

Georgian Sampler by Sarah Watts, 1789

A Georgian sampler by Sarah Watts, 1789, 40 x 29 cm

A William IV linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

1838 Cross-Stitch Sampler by Eliza Ann Thompson

A William IV linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Eliza Ann Thompson and dated 1838. 32 cm high, 32 cm wide

Sampler by Caroline Watts b1840 - d1854, Tasmanian

Caroline Watts: A Tasmanian Sampler

Sampler by Caroline Watts b1840 - d1854, Tasmanian

'Elizabeth Batson 1826' antique sampler in a maple frame with…

Antique Sampler by Elizabeth Batson, 1826

'Elizabeth Batson 1826' antique sampler in a maple frame with gilt slip, 46 x 46 cm overall

A framed sampler 1827 by Mary Birch.

Mary Birch's 1827 Sampler

A framed sampler 1827 by Mary Birch.

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

18th Century George III Sampler by Mary Fetherston

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 18th century, worked by Mary Fetherston and dated 1779. 38 cm high, 31 cm wide

A needlework sampler, 19th century, depicting a stately home in…

19th Century Needlework Sampler of Stately Home in Garden

A needlework sampler, 19th century, depicting a stately home in a garden setting, housed in a birds eye maple veneered frame with various inscriptions verso including '1857' and 'M. Howatson', 31.5 x 33 cm (frame)

A fine and large George III silk thread sampler, on fine linen,…

George III Silk Thread Sampler with Floral Motifs

A fine and large George III silk thread sampler, on fine linen, including multiple plant and flowering vase motifs, the central two-storied house with elaborate fence and gates above 'MARGARET FINDLAY' and various initials, further motifs including exotic…

A sampler, possibly Tasmanian made by Mary Ann Pash, aged 7,…

Mary Ann Pash's Tasmanian Sampler, 1847

A sampler, possibly Tasmanian made by Mary Ann Pash, aged 7, 1847, 32 x 32 cm

Early framed sampler, burr walnut frame, handcraft by Mary…

Mary Young's Handcrafted Sampler, c. 1795

Early framed sampler, burr walnut frame, handcraft by Mary young, aged 8 c1795 with hand stitched daily affirmations 21 x 28 cm

Sampler: c.1852 by Sarah Ann Pearson aged 11 years. Lovely folk…

Folk Art Sampler with Floral & Bird Needlework

Sampler: c.1852 by Sarah Ann Pearson aged 11 years. Lovely folk art floral needlework display with birds & text. Timber framed with old glass, 49 x 41 cm overall. VG condition

A William IV linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

1835 William IV Cross-Stitch Sampler by A. Jackson

A William IV linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by A. Jackson and dated 1835. 33 cm high, 33 cm wide

Sampler: c.1844 By Belinda Harrap. Unusual montage style…

Montage Sampler with Pheasant and Soldier on Horseback

Sampler: c.1844 By Belinda Harrap. Unusual montage style display with soldier on horseback, castle & country house, mother & child all surrounding a magnificant pheasant with animals & floral border. 19th century birdseye maple frame with old glass. 65 x…

A good and fine George IV sampler by Agnes Trotter Kerchesters…

Agnes Trotter Kerchesters 1829 Sampler: Regal and Traditional Imagery

A good and fine George IV sampler by Agnes Trotter Kerchesters 1829, with numerals, alphabets and traditional imagery including uncommon crowns and saying, worked in red, green and gold dominant tones. 36 cm x 32 cm

Anna Siorey, A Sampler: Dated November 1824, 54 x 45 cm

1824 Sampler by Anna Siorey

Anna Siorey, A Sampler: Dated November 1824, 54 x 45 cm

A Charles II linen cross-stitch needlework and lace sampler,…

17th Century English Needlework Sampler by Elizabeth Gray Owen

A Charles II linen cross-stitch needlework and lace sampler, English, 17th century worked by Elizabeth Gray Owen and dated 1680. 53 cm high, 20 cm wide

A sampler with impressive pictorial needle work by Maria Le…

Maria Le Leria's Impressive Pictorial Sampler (or Pictorial Needlework Sampler)

A sampler with impressive pictorial needle work by Maria Le Leria, 1858, 54 x 47 cm

A fine sampler, silk and linen by Mary Ingram aged 13, 1839, 40…

Mary Ingram's Silk and Linen Sampler, 1839

A fine sampler, silk and linen by Mary Ingram aged 13, 1839, 40 x 32 cm

A needlework silk on linen Sampler '1725', English, 18th…

English 18th Century Sampler, 1725

A needlework silk on linen Sampler '1725', English, 18th century, 21 cm wide, 41 cm high

A sampler by Elizabeth Atherton, 1834 in a rosewood frame, 43 x…

Elizabeth Atherton's 1834 Sampler in Rosewood Frame

A sampler by Elizabeth Atherton, 1834 in a rosewood frame, 43 x 33 cm

A Victorian linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

1847 Victorian Needlework Sampler by Fanny Sawyer

A Victorian linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Fanny Sawyer and dated 1847. 30.5 cm high, 33 cm wide

A William IV linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

1833 William IV Sampler by Elizabeth Lubben

A William IV linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Elizabeth Lubben and dated 1833. 21 cm high, 21 cm wide

Two alphabet embroidery samplers, 19th century, one signed and…

19th Century Alphabet Embroidery Samplers

Two alphabet embroidery samplers, 19th century, one signed and dated to bottom edge 'Isabela Milie aged 9 1830', 42 x 41 cm and 19 x 53 cm

A Victorian darning sampler, English, 19th century, 41.5 cm…

Victorian Darning Sampler, 19th Century

A Victorian darning sampler, English, 19th century, 41.5 cm high, 34.5 cm wide

A fine Georgian silk on linen sampler, 1813, embroiderer Louisa…

Georgian Silk Sampler by Louisa Cock (1813)

A fine Georgian silk on linen sampler, 1813, embroiderer Louisa Cock. Richly and delicately worked with cross stitch and crewelwork depicting a poem, house and a pond complete with ducks, flower filled urns, insects and exotic birds, surrounded by a…

A Victorian linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

1848 Victorian Cross-Stitch Sampler by Elizabeth Claggett

A Victorian linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Elizabeth Claggett and dated 1848. 40 cm high, 33 cm wide

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

Hannah Athertson 1813 Sampler

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Hannah Athertson and dated 1813. 67 cm high, 54 cm wide

A needlework sampler from 1742 by Elizabeth Hill 'Aged 12 Years…

Elizabeth Hill's 1742 Needlework Sampler: The Ten Commandments

A needlework sampler from 1742 by Elizabeth Hill 'Aged 12 Years November the 7, 1742' being a finely embroidered section from chapter 20 of Exodus, being the ten Commandments. Nicely decorated with flowers and leaves, Elizabeth hill is believed to have…

A rare 1780 'Map of England & Wales by Martha Wiggins' sampler,…

1780 Map of England & Wales Sampler

A rare 1780 'Map of England & Wales by Martha Wiggins' sampler, worked in coloured threads for the various counties, Cheshire, Derby, York, etc., their names in black thread, various sea's and channel's further detailed, an outer border of latitude and…

A needlework Sampler 'Sarah Eardley March 23rd 1814', English,…

Sarah Eardley's Needlework Sampler: 1814

A needlework Sampler 'Sarah Eardley March 23rd 1814', English, 19th century, 29.5 cm wide, 39 cm high

A 1792 George III map sampler by Elizabeth Slade, 'A Map of…

1792 Map Sampler by Elizabeth Slade

A 1792 George III map sampler by Elizabeth Slade, 'A Map of England & Wales', each province named together with the various Channels, etc., floral vine border, worked in coloured threads including soft tones of red, yellow, gold, black, etc., named and…

A Regency linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th…

Regency Linen Cross-Stitch Sampler, 1825

A Regency linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Jean Angus and dated 1825. 31.5 cm high, 31.5 cm wide

LUCY ANN SHAW, Solomon's Temple, embroidery - sampler,…

Lucy Ann Shaw's 1845 Embroidered Solomon's Temple Sampler

LUCY ANN SHAW, Solomon's Temple, embroidery - sampler, inscribed centre: LUCY ann Shaws work done 1845, Solomans Tempel (sic), 64.5 x 62.5 cm

A William and Mary linen cross-stitch needlework sampler,…

William & Mary Linen Sampler, English 1700

A William and Mary linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, dated 1700. 104 cm high, 23 cm wide

A Victorian linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

1843 Cross-Stitch Sampler by Mary Ann Claggett

A Victorian linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Mary Ann Claggett and dated 1843 40.5 cm high, 31.5 cm wide

George III sampler 18th century embroidered by Mary whale in…

18th Century George III Sampler by Mary Whale

George III sampler 18th century embroidered by Mary whale in 1777, framed, 42 x 30.5 cm.

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

George III Sampler, 1781

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 18th century, worked by Frances Macculloh and dated 1781. 40 cm high, 44 cm wide

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

George III Needlework Sampler by Jane Cary, 1818

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Jane Cary and dated 1818. 43.5 cm high, 40 cm wide

A linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century,…

19th Century English Cross-Stitch Sampler by Jane Hearn

A linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Jane Hearn. 46 cm high, 32 cm wide

A needlework Sampler 'Mary T Chenhalls 1844', English, 19th…

Mary T Chenhalls Sampler, 1844

A needlework Sampler 'Mary T Chenhalls 1844', English, 19th century, 31 cm wide, 42 cm high

A Victorian needlework sampler depicting Abraham sacrificing…

Victorian Sampler: Abraham Sacrificing Isaac & Angel Appearing

A Victorian needlework sampler depicting Abraham sacrificing Isaac and the appearance of an angle, the reverse with a hand written note by Frank Robertson, Melbourne, January, 1895, stating that it was done by his Great Great Grandmother, framed and…

An unusual linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

Ruth Hodges' 1818 Cross-Stitch Sampler

An unusual linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, early 19th century, worked by Ruth Hodges and dated 1818. 35 cm high, 31.5 cm wide

Three Georgian samplers, late 18th and early 19th century, two…

Georgian Samplers, 18th-19th Century

Three Georgian samplers, late 18th and early 19th century, two by Mary Ann loader, respectively dated 1819 and 1827, the third Sarah Worley, dated 1787, largest sampler measuring 54 cm x 44 cm (including frame)

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

George III Sampler by Elizabeth Garrett, 1817

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Elizabeth Garrett and dated 1817. 36 cm high, 31 cm wide

A Regency linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th…

Regency Cross-Stitch Sampler by Mary Bagshaws (1824)

A Regency linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 19th century, worked by Mary Bagshaws and dated 1824. 61 cm high, 50 cm wide

A needlework sampler, 18th century, by Mary Standing aged 9…

Mary Standing's 18th Century Sampler

A needlework sampler, 18th century, by Mary Standing aged 9 years 1793, 40 x 32 cm

A Regency linen cross-stitch needlework momento mori sampler,…

Regency Cross-Stitch Memento Mori Sampler, Dated 1822

A Regency linen cross-stitch needlework momento mori sampler, English, 19th century, dated 1822. 40 cm high, 31 cm wide

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English,…

18th Century George III Sampler by B. Vickers (1777)

A George III linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, English, 18th century, worked by B. Vickers and dated 1777. 44 cm high, 36 cm wide

A needle work sampler by Annie Petitt, Swansea, Tasmanian,…

Annie Petitt's 1866 Tasmanian Needlework Sampler

A needle work sampler by Annie Petitt, Swansea, Tasmanian, dated 1866, further stitched Ap. Tasmania Nov