Antique needlework sampler wrought by Mary Abbot aged 12 May, 1785. This Salem, Massachusetts sampler exhibits many of the characteristics of the famous Sarah Stivours school with long floating stitches. The bottom panel is particularly graphic with floral and animal motifs in a landscape. Silk on linen; 23 5/8" x 23 1/4" with frame. Price $65,000 STEPHEN & CAROL HUBER (860) 388-6809 View Other Samplers