Middletons Antiques

Description

This is a large and beautifully executed needlework sampler.It is finely stitched in coloured silks.

It features a central verse and is profusely detailed with flowering shrubs and trees, birds, flowers, a stag, and dogs, all enclosed within a zig-zag border.

Signed Charlotte Mary Mant aged 12 and dated 1837

There are small worn areas of fabric (see photos 4 & 5)

The endearing verse reads:

Tell me ye knowing and discerning few
Where I may find a friend both firm and true
Who dares stand by me when in deep distress
And then his love and friendship most express
Who by a secret sympathy can share
My joy my grief my misery my care
He must be prudent faithful Just and wise
Who can to such a pitch of friendship rise

Period Birds Eye Maple Frame and inner gilt slip.
Dimensions: Height 25" Width 19.75"


Sometimes antiques come into my possession that offer tangible glimpses into the past, and the values and skills that were held dear at that time.
This is one of those pieces, and I think it is all the more precious for it.


PLEASE NOTE
I AM STARTING TO WIND DOWN MY ANTIQUES BUSINESS NOW AND WILL CONSIDER ANY SENSIBLE OFFER ON ANY ITEM OF STOCK WE HAVE FOR SALE

Free delivery to all mainland UK addresses

We do not sell reproductions or copies.

We are based in Cornwall and have over 40 years experience of dealing in antiques of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.
Most of our sales are via websites like Loveantiques, and we are always happy to discuss and answer questions about our stock by telephone or email. Please do get in touch.
Viewings can be arranged by appointment here in Cornwall.

Delivery throughout mainland UK is free of charge.
We have regular collections by reliable carriers who we know and trust for their care and conscientious service.
Smaller items will be carefully packed and couriered World wide, delivery usually within 10 days.

World wide air freight Furniture deliveries Contact us for a quote.

PAYMENTS Bank Transfers Credit/ Debit Cards and Paypal are accepted.
If your preferred method of payment is by card, an invoice will be emailed and will include a link which opens a merchant window to allow your transaction to be completed privately online.

Please do get in touch if you have any questions.
Kind Regards, Mark and Carole Middleton



REVIEWS -
Georgian Toilet Mirror. Delivered to Australia ..
''Breathtakingly beautiful Mahogany toilet mirror ! Delicately dovetailed drawers are as smooth as silk. The acorn finials are a treat. The mahogany has a marvelous lustre and fine patina consumate with its age.
Beautifully packed with extreme care it arrived in pristine condition. This seller is an absolute joy to work with ! Many thanks.''

Document Cabinet. Delivered UK
''A gorgeous piece of furniture. It was really well packaged for delivery and seller sent some useful notes about the locking mechanism.''