Alphabet Sampler. Vertical rectangle, natural linen ground. Border of tan triangles next to inner border of blue and cream diamonds. Alphabets above and below central register of floral embroidery. Polychromatic. Alphabets:#1-complete; #2-"A-V"; cross stitch, satin stitch.
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Sampler
""Abigail Church"" (Embroidered)
Church, Abigail (Embroiderer)
11 1/2 x 8 1/4 (HxW) (inches)
Gift from Mrs. Evelyn M. Guilford
1916.47
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