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A Rare Needlework Sampler, Signed Henrietta Ludwig, Pittsburgh, Dated Oct. 1844
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- 21 by 20 1/2 inches
Please note, this lot will be offered without a reserve
A pious verse above a landscape worked in pink, white, green and brown wool thread on linen. Some darkening of linen at center, on reverse inscribed H.L. Aged 12 Years.
A pious verse above a landscape worked in pink, white, green and brown wool thread on linen. Some darkening of linen at center, on reverse inscribed H.L. Aged 12 Years.
Condition
Some darkening of linen.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.