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Georgian Needlework Map England & Wales. Embroidered Sampler. 1796.
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Georgian Needlework Map England & Wales. Embroidered Sampler. 1796.

18th century
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This fascinating Georgian needlework sampler which is of a map of England & Wales is an original piece of folk art that was hand embroidered in silk thread by Kitty Nash in 1796.

This beautiful 18th century sampler which has lots of details shows the counties of England, Wales, part of Scotland, part of Ireland and the English Channel. The sampler has floral decoration surrounding the map and shows the maker and date it was made.

A fabulous George III sampler that is an impressive size being 64 cm in height, comes in it's original wooden frame and is in very good condition being over 200 years old.

There is a hanging plate on the reverse for hanging.

Date: 1796.

Dimensions: Width: 58 cm (23"). Height: 64 cm (25"). Depth: 3 cm (1 1/4").

Weight: 3.9 kg.

Framed and glazed.

Condition: Very good antique condition with some age related wear, holes, marks and discoloration. Glass is in good condition. Comes in it's original wooden frame that has some age related wear and nicks. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the framed sampler is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Krave Antiques has dated this Georgian Needlework Map Sampler to the 18th Century.

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SA1206361
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This fascinating Georgian needlework sampler which is of a map of England & Wales is an original piece of folk art that was hand embroidered in silk thread by Kitty Nash in 1796.
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This beautiful 18th century sampler which has lots of details shows the counties of England, Wales, part of Scotland, part of Ireland and the English Channel.
Krave Antiques

The sampler has floral decoration surrounding the map and shows the maker and date it was made.

fig 1. A late 18th-century circular embroidered needlework map of England and Wales set within a dark wooden frame.
fig 1. Georgian Needlework Map England & Wales. Embroidered Sampler. 1796.

A fabulous George III sampler that is an impressive size being 64 cm in height, comes in it's original wooden frame and is in very good condition being over 200 years old.

There is a hanging plate on the reverse for hanging.

fig 2. A late 18th-century circular embroidered needlework map of England and Wales set within a dark wooden frame.
fig 2. Georgian Needlework Map England & Wales. Embroidered Sampler. 1796.

Date: 1796.

Dimensions: Width: 58 cm (23"). Height: 64 cm (25"). Depth: 3 cm (1 1/4").

Weight: 3.9 kg.

Framed and glazed.

Condition: Very good antique condition with some age related wear, holes, marks and discoloration. Glass is in good condition. Comes in it's original wooden frame that has some age related wear and nicks. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the framed sampler is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Georgian Needlework Map Sampler to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1206361
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A Georgian needlework map sampler is an embroidered textile created primarily during the late 18th and early 19th centuries as an educational exercise for young women to practice both needlework skills and geography.

These samplers were typically embroidered using fine silk threads onto a woven silk or linen ground, often mounted within a circular or oval moulded wooden frame.

Authentic period samplers display hand-stitched details, slight natural oxidisation or age spots, period-appropriate typography, and hand-drawn or engraved foundation guidelines beneath the stitching.

An embroidered map sampler can be hung as part of a gallery wall, positioned above a sideboard, or displayed in a study to add historic texture and visual interest.

To prevent degradation, keep the textile out of direct sunlight, mount it using acid-free materials behind UV-filtering glass, and maintain a stable humidity level.
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