Antique Dundee Whaler Sampler, circa 1836 by Anstruther Donaldson
Anstruther Donaldson nee Davidson, (Scotland & Australia). Fine antique sampler of the Dundee whaler, Dorothy, circa 1836.
Rare South Australian Antique Sampler, 19th Century, Lyndoch Valley
Rare South Australian antique sampler 'Thomas rice, rose cottage, Lyndoch valley South Australia', 19th century. 15.35 in. x 16.54 in.
Nita Mary Frith's Award-Winning Australian Hand Stitched Sampler 1908
An Australian hand stitched sampler by 'Nita Mary Frith, Granted 1st prize, under 10 Years, Exhibited Singleton, Maitland and Muswellbrook shows N.S.W. 1908', housed in an antique maple frame, 14.17 in. x 18.11 in., 14.17 in. x 18.11 in. x 24.41 in. x 28…
Victorian Alphabet Sampler by Ann Simpson, October 1837
An early Victorian alphabet sampler, by Ann Simpson age ten in October 1837, featuring the alphabet, birds, trees, biblical verses and geometric designs. 15.75 in. x 12.20 in.
19th Century English Needlework Sampler Display, 41 x 33 cm
Sampler antique English needlework display, 19th century, 16.14 in. x 12.99 in. overall
Mary Davies Antique Sampler, 1849
An antique sampler by 'Mary Davies, 1849', 19.69 in. x 15.75 in. overall
The Temple of Fame Sampler, 1814
Sampler by Susanna Harper 'The temple of Fame, 1814', in later frame and mount, 16.14 in. x 12.20 in., 16.14 in. x 12.20 in. x 21.26 in. x 16.93 in. overall
Pentonvilla Sampler, 1825 by Sarah Clarke
A framed sampler Pentonvilla, circa 1825 by Sarah Clarke, August 20th 1825 height 15.94 in., width 14.17 in.
Antique Sampler by Elizabeth Batson, 1826
'Elizabeth Batson 1826' antique sampler in a maple frame with gilt slip, 18.11 in. x 18.11 in. overall
Scottish Embroidered Sampler by Agnes, May 16th, 1840
Good antique framed Scottish embroidered sampler embroidered by Agnes 16th May 1840, 20.87 in. x 19.88 in. (including frame), details verso.
19th Century English Needlework Sampler in Maple Frame
An antique English needlework sampler in original maple frame with gilt slip and glass, mid 19th century. A very extensive and detailed example in an impressively large format, 32.68 in. x 28.35 in. overall
19th Century Maple Framed Antique Sampler
An antique sampler in maple frame, 19th century, 22.83 in. x 14.57 in., 22.83 in. x 14.57 in. x 27.56 in. x 18.50 in. overall
Antique Sampler by Jane Bold, 19th Century
An antique sampler by 'Jane Bold Aged 10 years', in an Australian cedar frame, 19th century 17.32 in. x 18.90 in. overall
Mary Young's Handcrafted Sampler, c. 1795
Early framed sampler, burr walnut frame, handcraft by Mary young, aged 8 c1795 with hand stitched daily affirmations 8.27 in. x 11.02 in.
Memory's Garden Sampler
Early 20th century sampler coloured cottons on linen worked in cross-stitch with quote 'Sow kind Acts and Memory's garden Will Smell Sweet' 10.43 in. x 8.46 in.
Elizabeth Hill's 1742 Needlework Sampler: The Ten Commandments
A needlework sampler from 1742 by Elizabeth Hill 'Aged 12 Years November the 7, 1742' being a finely embroidered section from chapter 20 of Exodus, being the ten Commandments. Nicely decorated with flowers and leaves, Elizabeth hill is believed to have bee
Ann Duffells' Sampler, Age 10
19th century sampler, 'Ann. Duffells. Work. Aged. 10', 17.52 in. x 15.55 in.
Antique Wool Sampler with Intricate Embroidery
Framed antique wool embroidery sampler
1772 Jacob's Journey Sampler
Early framed needlework picture sampler large embroidery in silk on linen, entitled: '1772, Jacob Journey to Laban and meets with Rachel,' 'Genesis 29,' 21.26 in. x 27.56 in.
Margret Thickett's 1842 Hand Embroidered Sampler in Wood Frame
Victorian hand embroidered sampler embroidered by 'Margret Thickett, aged 9, 1842,' in wood frame, 13.39 in. x 13.39 in. total framed dimensions.
Sermon Sampler: Happy Child, Fearful of Hell (9 words)
An embroidered sermon sampler, 1839, reading 'Happy the child whose tender years Receive instructions well, Who hates the sinners path and fears, the road that leads to hell Meranda Golding July 25 1839', 15.35 in. x 10.24 in.
19th Century Alphabet Embroidery Samplers
Two alphabet embroidery samplers, 19th century, one signed and dated to bottom edge 'Isabela Milie aged 9 1830', 16.54 in. x 16.14 in. and 16.54 in. x 16.14 in. x 7.48 in. x 20.87 in.
19th Century Alphabet Embroidery Sampler
An alphabet embroidery sampler, 19th century, 16.73 in. x 12.20 in.
19th Century Sampler with Decorative Borders and Inscription
19th century framed sampler, of rectangular form, in off-white fabric with cream threaded decorative borders, inscribed with name and date '21st June 1877', 5.51 in. x 4.72 in., frame measures 5.51 in. x 4.72 in. x 11.81 in. x 10.63 in.
19th Century Samplers: Adam & Eve and Alphabet
Two 19th century framed samplers, comprising square example decorated with Adam and eve theme, 21.26 in. x 21.26 in., and a rectangular alphabet sampler, 21.26 in. x 21.26 in. x 13.39 in. x 11.81 in. (2)
M. Harford's Needlepoint Sampler, 1912
A needlepoint sampler, 'M. Harford wrought this in the eightieth year of her age' 1912', 16.54 in. x 16.54 in. Provenanance: the Estate of Joan Harris Am and Frederick Parslow Am.
Victorian Hand Worked Samplers in Antique Frames
Two Victorian hand worked samplers each image of a hand worked sampler on fabric, dated 1838 and 1888, each in a matching antique wooden frame, 35.04 in. x 5.91 in., each.
August 1790 Sampler for Jane Crocker
Framed antique hand embroidered sampler for Jane Crocker August 1790, 20.87 in. x 7.68 in.
Georgian Needlework Sampler by Mary Rushton, 1835
A Georgian needlework sampler by Mary Rushton aged twelve 1835, daintily worked in cross stitch upon fine translucent linen featuring a verse and a double storey house with stylised gardens, enclosed by a running vegetal border, height 12.80 in., width 33…
18th Century George III Sampler by Mary Whale
George III sampler 18th century embroidered by Mary whale in 1777, framed, 16.54 in. x 12.01 in.
Sarah Harrison's 1820 Sampler
Framed antique hand embroidered sampler for Sarah Harrison 1820, 19.09 in. x 15.94 in.
1843 Hand Embroidered Sampler in Antique Frame
Framed antique hand embroidered sampler dated December 1843, 11.42 in. x 9.84 in. sampler only
Rachel Riches' Antique Sampler: A Precious Childhood Treasure
Framed antique hand embroidered sampler for Rachel Riches aged 8 years, 13.19 in. x 11.61 in. sampler only
Antique Hand-Embroidered Sampler in Victorian Frame
Framed antique hand embroidered sampler extensive hand worked, some wear, undated, possibly mid-Victorian, 14.57 in. x 10.63 in. sampler.
Vintage Chinese and Indian Embroideries
Three framed vintage Embroideries, Chinese and Indian, early 20th century and later, two long-stitch silk panels of floral designs with butterflies framed by cotton trims and patterned silk borders, and an Indian embroidered sampler in two tone velvet with
Antique Sampler in Ornate Frame
A framed antique sampler (frame 20.08 in. x 11.42 in.
1838 Needlework Sampler in Frame
19th century needlework sampler dated 1838, in later frame, 14.96 in. x 16.93 in.
19th Century Needlework Sampler of Stately Home in Garden
A needlework sampler, 19th century, depicting a stately home in a garden setting, housed in a birds eye maple veneered frame with various inscriptions verso including '1857' and 'M. Howatson', 12.40 in. x 12.99 in. (frame)
Sampler Embroidery Print Frame - 19th & 20th Century
Framed sampler, embroidery and a print, 19th and 20th century, the largest frame 12.20 in. x 11.42 in. overall
Eliza Scott's Victorian Sampler, 1837
Early Victorian framed hand embroidered sampler signed Eliza Scott, Falmouth, February 6th, 1837, aged 12 years.' Well framed. 15.75 in. x 17.72 in.
Vintage Sampler in Framed Embroidery
Framed vintage hand embroidered sampler (16.54 in. x 16.54 in. approx).
1922 Needlework Alphabet and Number Sampler
A needlework Alphabet and number sampler dated and with phrase, 'Alphima Amelia Cocum 1922' 11.61 in. x 11.61 in.
Fanny Jane Fox Sampler in Huon Pine Frame
Sampler dated 27/08/1869 by Fanny Jane Fox, Oatlands, in huon pine frame, sampler 16.93 in. high, 11.42 in. wide,
Religious Needlepoint Sampler, Dinah Maxfield, 1834
A framed needlepoint embroidery sampler by Dinah Maxfield, circa 1834, on the importance of religion, 16.93 in. x 12.99 in.
Leah Morgans' Victorian Needle Point Sampler
Victorian needle point sampler, c. 1860, hand sewn by Leah Morgans, 1860, framed 30.71 in. x 24.80 in., (framed). Provenance: The Estate of Judith Hoyle, Newcastle
Mary Birch's 1827 Sampler
A framed sampler 1827 by Mary Birch.
Anne Reading's 1824 Sampler
A framed sampler 1824 by Anne Reading.
Mary Wartley Right's 1781 Sampler
A framed sampler 1781 by Mary Wartley Right.
Wilson Rutherglen's 1835 Sampler in Frame
A framed sampler 1835 by Wilson Rutherglen.
1835 Sampler by Mary Newich
A framed sampler 1835 by Mary Newich.
George III Sampler by Martha Smallwood, 1812
A George III embroidered sampler featuring biblical verses, Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden surrounded by various animals, etc, embroidered by Martha Smallwood, aged 12 years in 1812, under glass and in mahogany frame, some old staining. 20.87 in. x 16…
Nancy Wilson Shepherd's 1847 Sampler
A needlework sampler by Nancy Wilson shepherd, dated 1847 23.62 in. x 23.62 in. Provenance: The Estate of Joan Harris Am and Frederick Parslow AM.
Queen's Christmas Needlepoint Sampler with Tudor Roses
A needlepoint sampler, mid 20th century embroidered with Queen Elizabeth's 1952 Christmas broadcast and Tudor roses 13.39 in. x 10.04 in. Provenance: The Estate of Joan Harris Am and Frederick Parslow AM.
Tasmanian Colonial Sampler by Eliza Risby
Framed Tasmanian Colonial sampler, Hobart town, Eliza Risby, 15.75 in. x 9.06 in.
Eliza Risby's Tasmanian Colonial Sampler, 1834
Framed Tasmanian Colonial sampler, Eliza Risby 1834, 15.75 in. x 12.40 in.
Jean N's Sampler, 1834
Early 19th century sampler, worked by Jean N... Aged 11 1834, 16.93 in. x 15.75 in.
Mary Blackadder's 1833 Sampler
Early 19th century sampler, worked by Mary Blackadder 1833 15.75 in. x 15.55 in.
Georgian Wool Sampler, 1827
Georgian framed hand worked wool sampler dated for 1827, 6.30 in. x 7.68 in.
Colonial Sampler Depicting Barque, 1870
Australian Colonial sampler, Western Australia, 1870, by Sarah Moriaty, Convent school Perth Western Australia, depicting a barque with sewn detail 'O steer my barque for Erin, to Erin's Isle is my home' and dated 1870, 25.20 in. x 18.50 in. Provenance:…
Georgian Samplers, 18th-19th Century
Three Georgian samplers, late 18th and early 19th century, two by Mary Ann loader, respectively dated 1819 and 1827, the third Sarah Worley, dated 1787, largest sampler measuring 21.26 in. x 17.32 in. (including frame)
19th Century Needleworks and Samplers
Six needleworks and two samplers, 19th century, the needleworks depicting a shepherdess with lambs, two others with ladies in forest settings, three floral studies, and one sampler in memory of Ann Hobson, dating 1850, largest needlework 14.17 in. x 12.60…
1738 Sampler with Ten Commandments and Alphabet
Framed 18th century sampler, stitched with the ten commandments, the alphabet and with date 1738, 7.87 in. x 7.87 in. (approx), a/f
Multiplication Sampler with Floral Border
Framed 19th century sampler, stitched with multiplication table and floral border. 7.48 in. x 9.06 in. (approx), a/f
Georgian Sampler by Mary Glover, 1812
A Georgian needlework sampler, by Mary Glover, circa 1812-1813, of typical design with the alphabet in lower and upper case and numbers 1-13. Above three religious phrases 'Remember thy creator in the days of thy youth', 'Blessed' and 'Trust in God and alw
19th Century Sampler with Floral and Religious Motifs
Early 19th century framed sampler, of rectangular form, decorated with vases of flowers, lions and crowns under trees, 'Be Christ my pattern and my guide...Miss Johnson's school. Dec 13. 1825/Prepare to meet thy God in Glory', in tones of green, brown and
Mary Ann Willcocks' 1829 Sampler
19th century Sampler,c.1829 of rectangular form, with poem 'The lily of the Valley', decorated with an image of a house, animals and flowers, with name Mary Ann Willcocks, 1829, framed, 15.35 in. x 11.42 in. (sampler)
Margaret Davies Sampler, 1839
Antique sampler by Margaret Davies dated 1839, 5.91 in. x 7.87 in.
Faded Adam and Eve Sampler
Antique sampler Adam and eve worked in wools, named (faded), 17.32 in. x 16.14 in.
1853 Sampler
Early sampler dated 1853
Clegg Elizabeth's 1823 Sampler
A 19th century sampler, depicting Adam and Eve surrounded by geometric motifs and surmounted by an epithet, named 'Clegg Elizabeth' and dated 1823. 15.75 in. x 15.75 in.
Sympathy Sampler by Hannah Smith, 1847
A Victorian 1847 sampler entitled 'Sympathy', and with verse, flowering forms, birds and buildings and detailed to the base 'Hannah Smith's Work 1847'. 19.49 in. x 15.55 in. framed under glass.
Lucy Ann Shaw's 1845 Embroidered Solomon's Temple Sampler
LUCY ANN SHAW, Solomon's Temple, embroidery - sampler, inscribed centre: LUCY ann Shaws work done 1845, Solomans Tempel (sic), 25.39 in. x 24.61 in.
1824 French Sampler by Rachel Rouget
An antique French sampler, 1824, by Rachel Rouget, aged eleven, a cross stitch and pulled work sampler in muted colours on broad weave linen with fruiting trees, flowers, pot plants, birds and two figures. Height 19.88 in., width 16.14 in.
Victorian Cross Stitch Sampler by Rosa Tompkin, 1887
A Victorian cross stitch sampler, 1887 by Rosa Tompkin, aged nine, an alphabetic and numeric cross stitch sampler in red and green colours, upon a course weave linen. Height 19.69 in., width 15.55 in., (includes frame)
Ann Callis' Georgian Sampler, 1823
A Georgian sampler, 1823, by Ann Callis of Loughborough, aged ten, embroidered in petit point on linen with a sombre religious poem, trees, small animals and cupids, and deep borders of floral crewel work. Height 23.23 in., width 20.28 in., (includes…
1822 Coloured Wool Sampler in Rosewood Frame
Sampler worked in coloured wools, dated 1822 in original rosewood frame
WWI Australian Folk Art Cushion Sampler "54th Battalion"
A rare Australian folk art needlework World War I cushion sampler '54th Battalion' in a quality box type frame, 25.59 in. x 25.59 in.
1834 Sampler: Petite Piece of History
Small sampler 1834, 3.15 in. x 10.04 in.
Botany Bay Sampler - 19th Century Needlework
Botany Bay needlework sampler, 19th century, cross-stitch needlework design on canvas, 23.62 in. x 18.90 in.
1837 Pictorial and Epithet Sampler
A good 19th century pictorial and epithet sampler, dated 1837. 9.84 in. x 12.60 in.
Phoebe Ann Layster's Georgian Needlework Sampler, 1837
Georgian needlework sampler, 1837, hand sewn by Phoebe Ann Layster, age 12, 16.14 in. x 17.32 in.
1826 Georgian Alphabet Sampler by Hannah Lee
Georgian Alphabet needlework sampler, hand sewn by Hannah Lee, age 10, dated 1826, framed, 9.84 in. x 8.66 in.
Mary Coles' Georgian needlework sampler, 1840
Georgian framed needlework sampler, c. 1840, hand-sewn by Mary Coles, age 10, 16.54 in. x 12.60 in.
Betty Horn's 1739 Sampler with Floral Vines and Alphabets
A George II sampler by Betty Horn, dated 1739 and 1740, 'Aged 10 Years', with strawberry and floral vines, multiple alphabets and verse, 'September 20, 1740, this was finished by Betty Horn, daughter of Roger and Elizabeth Horn aged 11 years'. Worked in co
Grace James' 1841 Adam and Eve Sampler
Victorian pictorial needlework sampler depicting Adam and eve and the serpent in the garden, worked by Grace James aged 18, dated 1841
George III Silk Thread Sampler with Floral Motifs
A fine and large George III silk thread sampler, on fine linen, including multiple plant and flowering vase motifs, the central two-storied house with elaborate fence and gates above 'MARGARET FINDLAY' and various initials, further motifs including exotic
Elizabeth Eather's Damaged Petit Point Sampler (1838)
A Petit point sampler by Elizabeth Eather 1838, extensive moth damage leading to many losses, 17.13 in. x 12.01 in.
Mary Standing's 18th Century Sampler
A needlework sampler, 18th century, by Mary Standing aged 9 years 1793, 15.75 in. x 12.60 in.
Victorian Darning Sampler, 19th Century
A Victorian darning sampler, English, 19th century, 16.34 in. high, 13.58 in. wide
18th Century English Silk Sampler
A needlework silk on linen Sampler '1725', English, 18th century, 11.61 in. wide, 11.42 in. high
Mary T Chenhalls Sampler, 1844
A needlework Sampler 'Mary T Chenhalls 1844', English, 19th century, 12.20 in. wide, 16.54 in. high
English 18th Century Sampler, 1725
A needlework silk on linen Sampler '1725', English, 18th century, 8.27 in. wide, 16.14 in. high
Sarah Eardley's Needlework Sampler: 1814
A needlework Sampler 'Sarah Eardley March 23rd 1814', English, 19th century, 11.61 in. wide, 15.35 in. high
Abigail Bond's 1753 Hand Stitched Sampler
George II sampler dated 1753. Hand stitched exercise sampler named & dated by 'Abigail Bond her sampler Age 15 in year 1753 MB Mh Rb' (the letters J & U are missing on all lines). Cloth 21.26 in. x 7.87 in.
Victorian Sampler by Sarah Fearnley in Burr Elm Frame
An early Victorian sampler in burr elm frame, embroidered by Sarah Fearnley, 25.20 in. x 20.87 in.
Annie Petitt's 1866 Tasmanian Needlework Sampler
A needle work sampler by Annie Petitt, Swansea, Tasmanian, dated 1866, further stitched Ap. Tasmania Nov
Mary Ann Pash's Tasmanian Sampler, 1847
A sampler, possibly Tasmanian made by Mary Ann Pash, aged 7, 1847, 12.60 in. x 12.60 in.
Agnes Trotter Kerchesters 1829 Sampler: Regal and Traditional Imagery
A good and fine George IV sampler by Agnes Trotter Kerchesters 1829, with numerals, alphabets and traditional imagery including uncommon crowns and saying, worked in red, green and gold dominant tones. 14.17 in. x 12.60 in.
George III Sampler, 1787
A George III silk and linen cross-stitch needlework sampler, 18th century, dated 1787, worked by Mary Braine Warkton taught by Mary Blackburn Kettering and dated Northamptonshire, 1848, 20.87 in. high, 25.20 in. wide. Provenance: Witney Antiques, England
Victorian Sampler: Abraham Sacrificing Isaac & Angel Appearing
A Victorian needlework sampler depicting Abraham sacrificing Isaac and the appearance of an angle, the reverse with a hand written note by Frank Robertson, Melbourne, January, 1895, stating that it was done by his Great Great Grandmother, framed and glazed