ANTIQUE GERMAN OR AMERICAN SAMPLER DATED 1796

Made in characteristic German style or that of American communities of German origin, you can see, top left, a large blue cross and the IHS symbol, in the center the instruments of the passion, on the sides trees and flowerpots, at the bottom right a female figure, perhaps the teacher. At the bottom center a large flowerpot, several capital letters, finally the year 1796 in great evidence. The embroidery shows wear in some places and the fabric some rust stains. Fixed on a cardboard support, with protective glass and a golden frame. Dimension : 10 1/2 x 10 1/4 in. - 26,6 x 26 cm Frame 14 1/2 x 14 1/2 in. - 37 x 37 cm Weight 1 kg

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