framed sampler with brown, tan, red, green, blue and yellow embroidery; floral edging with house and foliage at bottom; birds, deer, a pair of angels and plants throughout

Sampler, late 18th century

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Many samplers included moralizing sayings and religious verses. This one issues a reminder that “The Lord whom thou seekes will not tarry long and to him the weakest is dear as the strong.” Embroideries like these were designed to instill both practical expertise and spiritual fortitude.

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Sampler
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Accession Number
2000.103.3
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framed sampler with brown, tan, red, green, blue and yellow embroidery; floral edging with house and foliage at bottom; birds, deer, a pair of angels and plants throughout