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ANN CARTER |
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This elegant sampler was donated to The State Historical Society of
Wisconsin in 1954 by the great-granddaughter
of Ann Carter, Helen C. Carter of Madison. Although the sampler
is not dated, it was probably worked in the late 1820's or early
1830's. Ann Carter came to America in 1850 and settled in Lancaster,
Wisconsin. The original sampler measures 6"x8" and
was worked with silk threads. The colors are still brilliant,
and the stitches in the tightly woven ground are extremely fine.
The reproduction reflects the original in every possible way.
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Origin and date: England, circa 1820
Rated: Beginning
Linen count and finished size: 35 count, 12"x8-1/2"
Stitches: Cross stitch
Source: The State Historical Society of Wisconsin
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