Needlework sampler by Mary Riley of Fulford School

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Date:1863

Description:Linen background. Worked in coloured wollen threads. Three edges are hemmed. Alphabets, numerals, geometric bands all within simple geometric border. Inscribed: 'mary Riley. Fulford School 1863.' From the Staffordshire County Collection. 295mm x 220mm.

Verse: 'Remember now thy creator in the
days of thy youth. Ecclesiastes 12.

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Image courtesy of: Staffordshire Museum Service

Donor ref:84.060.0001 (37/21343)

Source: Staffordshire Museum Service

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