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1810 Silkwork Sampler by H T

George III, dated 1810. 16.75ins by 16ins wide. 1810 Silkwork Sampler by HT. 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 cross stitch throughout.

Cross linked chain border.

Colours dark green, cream, light brown, dark brown, gold, black, light green, copper and pink.

Inscription reads

'When.Faith.Presents.The .savours.death.and.Whispers.This.Is.ThI.

ne.Sweetly.My.Rising.hours.advance.and.Peacefully.decline.'.

Signed with initials

'hT' and dated '1810'.

A wonderful set of motifs, including a sailing ship,

dogs,

birds,

flowers,

fruit,

diamonds,

hearts,

crowns,

and potted flowering plants.

CONDITION: Very good.

No holes. No stains. No stitch loss. Colours are all good and strong with no noticeable fading.

No colour run.

Stretching is very slightly uneven.

Frame is in very good condition, ready to hang.

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