Antique Sampler, 1847, by Ellen Wheatley

Victorian, dated 1847. 22ins by 16.75ins wide. 1847 Sampler by Ellen Wheatley. Framed in an old wood frame with gilt slip and glass.

Mounted to conservator standards on acid free card with chipboard backing.

The sampler is worked in silk on linen ground, in a variety of stitches.

Meandering floral border.

Colours green, black, brown and cream.

Verse reads,

'Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand

As the first effort of an infants hand

And while her fingers oer the canvass move

Engage her tender heart to seek thy love

With thy dear children let her share a part

And write thy name thyslef upon her heart'.

Signed and dated,

'Ellen Wheatley Aged 12 Years 1847'.

A good set of motifs, including a gardening scene,

dogs,

birds,

angels,

potted flowering plants,

trees, laden with fruit,

fir trees,

crowns and hearts.

CONDITION: Generally Good.

A few small holes to the extreme edges.

Stitch losses to the verse and signature.

Colours are slightly faded, but still well defined.

Stretching is slightly uneven.

Frame in good condition, ready to hang.

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