Stitched in 1836 by Mary Ann Crown of Middletown, Dauphin County, Pa., this silk-on-linen sampler features a large red house with sheep and dog on the lawn, and is surrounded by a intricate grapevine and floral border. It measures 24¾ inches by 21 inches, and was bid to $16,100.
Silk on Linen Sampler
From Pamela Wiggins, About.com
Sold at Morphy Auctions May 29-31,2008 - $16,100
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