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Needlework Sampler, Ann M. Gerrish, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, dated August 20, 1832
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- silk on linen
- Height 17 1/4 in. by width 16 1/2 in.
- dated August 20, 1832
Worked in silk stitches on a linen ground.
Provenance
Richard Candee, Post Oak Associates, Kittery, Maine, September 15, 1979
Exhibited
American Needlework Treasures: Samplers and Silk Embroideries from the Collection of Betty Ring at the Museum of American Folk Art (p. 21, fig. 32)
Condition
Some fading and darkening of linen; frame not original.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Ann's balanced design, flawless lettering and minute tent stitches are more commonly found on English samplers than on American ones of this period: fortunately, she named her hometown. Ann Mary Gerrish (1821- 1850) was sixth among the thirteen children of Portsmouth brass founder Samuel Gerrish, Jr., and Mary G. Fernald. She married mast and block maker Thomas H. Odion (1828- 1883).