sampler

Object/Artifact

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Historical Society of Carroll County, Maryland

Name/Title

sampler

Entry/Object ID

2003.002.001

Description

Sampler. Alphabet/pictorial sampler. Worked with wool threads [?] on natural linen. Four alphabets in blue and brown. At bottom is pictorial design featuring a central basket with a large central flower flanked by birds; central design flanked by more flowers with birds and dogs. Signed "Ruth Elizabeth Bennetts work 1844." 17.25"h x 16.5"w.

Acquisition

Accession

2003.002

Source or Donor

T.R. O'Farrell, Inc.

Acquisition Method

Purchase