Small 1767 Romantic Sampler by Jane

George III, dated 1767. 7ins by 8ins wide.

1767 Sampler by Jane. Framed in a modern wood frame with glass.

Fixed to card with wood backing.

The sampler is worked in silk on linen ground, in cross stitch throughout.

Meandering strawberry border.

Colours blue, gold, red and green. Alphabets A-Z in upper case and lower case and numbers 1-16.

Signed and dated 'Feb 20 Jane 'loves' (heart symbol) James 1767'.

CONDITION: Generally Good. A few small holes.

No stains other than uniform age darkening of the ground. No stitch losses other than to the holed areas.

Colours are mostly good and strong with no noticeable fading. No colour run.

Stretching is slightly uneven.

Frame in good condition, ready to hang.