Sampler (embroidery)
Sampler (embroidery)

Sampler (embroidery)

Object number
39.3
Creator
Wanton, Hannah
Date
1765
Description
Sampler w/ alphabet worked three times, each time in a different stitch; no 'J' or 'U' in the alphabet; flowers; blues, yellows, beiges and greens; stitched verse reads; "Embrace Instruction/ Hold Her Fast, Her Treasure Will Forever Last, Close In Thy Breast Lock Up Thy Interests, For He That Know Thy Purpose Best, Prevents".
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Albert Landers
Object Type
samplers (embroidery)
Subjects
Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House
Related People & Organizations
Wanton, Hannah (associated)
Landers, Albert, Mrs. (associated)