19th Aug, 2023 10:30 GMT/BST
Costume, Accessories & Textiles
2059
Adam and Eve Sampler Worked by Mary Gatenby Aged 11, Dated 1801, comprising alphabet and verse to the upper half, the figures below flanked by the initials 'TGM' and 'AIM' with love hearts, other decorative motifs include floral, diamond shapes, birds within a foliate border, in a gilt frame, 37cm by 44cm
Together With a Letter handwritten by M A Collier, Ilkley May 1895 to Jane (Jenny Acomb), that had accompanied the sampler when sent to Jane in 1895.
Sold for £140
Estimated at £150 - £250
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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