1889 sampler by Eva Clara Camm of Barrow

12ins. by 11ins., alphabets, numerals, hearts, crosses, boxes, 'Eva Clara Camm Barrow Aged 11 years 1889', birds, squirrel, flower pots and flowers, simple border, colors pale blue, yellow, red, pink, dark blue, and pale green, on an open weave ground. Simple modern frame and backing, neatly mounted, ready to hang. Wool cross stitch throughout

No staining, darkening or patchiness. Little discernable fading in the bright but not 'hot' colors. No holes. Stitch losses to the border and five to the body or the work. No color run. No stretching.

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David Tulk

Madelena Antiques

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