AAFA Large New Orleans Embroidered Needlework Schoolgirl Sampler Antique Sampler

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for auction "AAFA Large New Orleans Embroidered Needlework Schoolgirl Sampler Antique Sampler"17" x 17-1/2", 19-1/2" x 20" framed, 5 lbs. 0.8 oz.American, circa 1820'sHand-stitched to paperboardPolychrome cotton/wool thread on linen with various cross and fancy stitcheryABC's, numerals, floral vine borderPoem on Sampler;Great God Thy Name Be BlestThy Good Will Be AdoredThy Soul Has Been DistressedBut Thou Has Peace RestoredIn old brown ink on sampler back;The Work of Mary Farrar LavertyWho died in New OrleansNov. 30, 1838 aged 22 yearsEmbroidered during the winter of 1828Taught by the Sisters of the Ursuline ConventGenealogy; Handed down to me Alice Helen Sweet by my Aunt Helen Langmuir Weuel,who was Daughter of Ursa Butler Langmuir, the Daughter of Alice Laverty Butler,who was the youngest Sister of Mary Farrar LavertyHoused in 20th c maple & gold frameOverall condition good, no repairs, center thread color fade"A Good Antique Louisiana Schoolgirl Sampler""Please See All Photos!""Any Questions or Concerns, Please Ask Before Bidding!""Please Read Shipping and Payments""Connecticut residents are required to pay 6.35 % sale tax,unless a valid Connecticut resale number is provided"AAFA stands for Antique, Americana, & Folk Art