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Cross Stitched Sampler
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Cross Stitched Sampler

18th century
Sold 12 February 2026 · William Carr Antiques
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Description

A charming little cross stitched sampler, on a linen ground.

Circa 1800.

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this Antique Cross Stitch Sampler to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1186819
Description
A charming little cross stitched sampler, on a linen ground.

Circa 1800.

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this Antique Cross Stitch Sampler to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1186819
William Carr Antiques
William Carr Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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A framed antique needlework sampler on aged linen featuring embroidered depictions of animals, trees, and a central floral motif. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A framed antique needlework sampler on aged linen featuring embroidered depictions of animals, trees, and a central floral motif. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Cross Stitched Sampler

Archive II A framed antique needlework sampler on aged linen featuring embroidered depictions of animals, trees, and a central floral motif. View II
Archive III A framed antique needlework sampler on aged linen featuring embroidered depictions of animals, trees, and a central floral motif. View III
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Telephone 07958 023028
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Durham
United Kingdom
Verified Since Feb 2022
Items For Sale 37
Items Sold 418
William Carr Antiques
William Carr Antiques
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Location: Durham, United Kingdom
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A framed antique needlework sampler on aged linen featuring embroidered depictions of animals, trees, and a central floral motif.
Cross Stitched Sampler
Ref: SA1186819
A framed antique needlework sampler on aged linen featuring embroidered depictions of animals, trees, and a central floral motif.
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  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period18th century
  • StyleTraditional Folk
  • MaterialLinen, wool thread, wood
  • ColourMuted Brown
  • MotifsCross stitch embroidery, Pictorial animal motifs, Botanical and floral imagery, Aged linen ground
  • SizeH 33 cm (13 in) x W 32 cm (13 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

Historically, samplers were created by young girls to demonstrate their proficiency in needlework, letters, and motifs, serving both as functional portfolios and decorative household art.

Traditional samplers were typically stitched using silk, wool, or cotton threads onto a backing fabric made of linen or loosely woven canvas.

Authenticity is evaluated by examining the fibre degradation, natural linen ageing, hand-spun thread characteristics, and the construction methods of the original frame.

An antique textile can be hung on a neutral wall to add texture and historical contrast, or incorporated into a curated gallery wall alongside modern art.

Preservation requires framing behind UV-protective glass, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent thread fading, and maintaining stable humidity levels to protect fragile historical fibres.
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