Bidspirit auction | Antique 1832 Framed Needlework School

Antique 1832 Framed Needlework School Sampler - Antique 1832 Framed Needlework Schoolgirl Sampler. Antique needlework using red, green, yellow, and black thread on an unbleached linen backing. The top portion reads, ”Of female arts in usefulness/ The needle far exceeds the rest/ In ornament there's no device /Affords adorning half so nice.” The bottom portion features a young woman in a red gown surrounded by birds, flowers, dogs, and trees. The last line reads, ”Elizabeth Tucker's Work March 1832.” Possibly British or American. Medium oak colored wood frame measures 10.5 x 10.5 inches, stickers on the reverse indicate museum quality framing.