Bidspirit auction | 19th C. American Alphabet Sampler

19th C. American Alphabet Sampler - Origin: American Date: First half of the 19th century Period/Style: Schoolgirl Needlework Maker: Unknown schoolgirl needleworker Materials: Colored thread on linen ground with maple frame and glass Form: Framed alphabet sampler Description: Compact schoolgirl needlework sampler worked in muted rose, brown, blue, green, and ochre threads. The vertically arranged composition contains repeated block alphabets, narrow geometric bands, small pictorial devices, a largely faded moral or religious verse, and a scrolling lower border. Presented under glass in a broad mitered maple frame. Dimensions: 11 in. H, 8 in. W overall. Shipping note: Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing or shipping services. For this auction, and only for property we determine can be reasonably transported, Stevens Auction Company will, at the purchaser's written request after the auction, deliver the property to The UPS Store #3164, 1020 N Gloster St, Tupelo, MS 38804, for third-party packing and shipment. Whenever possible, purchasers should contact the store at (662) 840-7222 or store3164@theupsstore.com and obtain a packing and shipping quote before requesting delivery. Store information is available at https://locations.theupsstore.com/ms/tupelo/1020-n-gloster-st. The purchaser is solely responsible for selecting and paying for all packing, shipping, insurance, and related services directly with The UPS Store. Delivery is provided solely as a courtesy, at the purchaser's request and sole risk. Stevens Auction Company assumes no responsibility or liability for loss, damage, delay, packing, handling, transportation, shipment, or any claim arising from delivery to or possession by The UPS Store. Purchasers requesting this service must notify Stevens Auction Company promptly after the auction at info@stevensauction.com. Property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within that period is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item under our terms and conditions. Additional recommended third-party shippers and information are available at stevensauction.com. Condition: Extensive fading to the threads, overall toning, scattered discoloration, and minor pulls and losses. Portions of the stitched inscription are illegible. Frame has scratches, abrasions, and age-related surface wear. Later cardboard backing. Not examined out of frame.