19th Aug, 2023 10:30 GMT/BST

Costume, Accessories & Textiles

 
  Lot 2047
 

2047

Unframed Scottish Alphabet Sampler, worked in February 1829, with the name 'Grace Rob' to the top line, aged 11, incorporating alphabet to the top third of the sampler, house to the lower part surrounded by many decorative motifs comprising dogs, stags, birds, peacocks, hearts, trees, flowers all within a red floral border, 42cm by 25cm

Sold for £130
Estimated at £60 - £80


 

The backing cloth is quite discoloured overall and some small areas of staining.  Some threads are worn and faded, especially to the roof of the house.  No holes

Lot 2047 - Unframed Scottish Alphabet Sampler, worked in... Lot 2047 - Unframed Scottish Alphabet Sampler, worked in... Lot 2047 - Unframed Scottish Alphabet Sampler, worked in... Lot 2047 - Unframed Scottish Alphabet Sampler, worked in... Lot 2047 - Unframed Scottish Alphabet Sampler, worked in...

 


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Auction: Costume, Accessories & Textiles, 19th Aug, 2023

The sale will include the first part of 'Americana Dreams: The Peter Leathers Collection', a unique private collection of 1950s menswear and accessories. The collection was put together over a life time by Peter Leathers, a fashion designer, jewellery maker and guitarist from West Yorkshire, and the sale will be a must-visit for any vintage fans.

A range of guitars, radios, ephemera and more will be on offer in the Scientific and Musical Instruments Sale on 27th September. 

Alongside a wide offering of period, vintage and modern designer costume in the sale are further notable lots including a late 19th century rocking horse, a 17th century band sampler and unusual 19th century quilts and a range of Louis Vuitton luggage. 

 

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Wednesday 16 August - Thursday 17 August 10am-4pm, Friday 18 August 10am-5pm and the morning of the sale from 8am

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