Sampler
Maker
Mary Fitch
Production date
1837
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Description
A sampler of green, fawn and blue silk thread on wool tabby background. Made by Mary Fitch 1837 and contains the following rhyme: "Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand as the first effort of my youthful hand and as my fingers oe'r the canvas move. Engage my tender heart to seek thy love".
Maker
Mary Fitch
Production date
1837
Measurements
380mm (height), 320mm (width)
Credit line
Gifted by Mr C Lever
Accession number
0624/97
Current rights