Sale 31 Lot 872  

SCHOOLGIRL NEEDLEWORK ALPHABET SAMPLER, wrought by Betsy Doe, China 1829. Worked in various colored threads on a lawn handkerchief, reading "While varying shades the pleasing task beguile/My frinds approve my parenes smile" - 16 in. x 15 in.
Estimate $400-600

Sold for $550

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