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Rare Needlework Sampler, Caty Field's, Mary Balch's School, Providence, Rhode Island, Dated 1789
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Height 16 1/4 in. by width 10 1/4 in.
Worked in silk on Linen; inscribed (faintly) Caty Fields work Providence 1789.
Provenance
Edgar and Charlotte Sittig, Delaware-on-Shawnee, Pennsylvania
Literature
American Needlework Treasures: Samplers and Silk Embroidery from the Collection of Betty Ring at the Museum of American Folk Art, (p. 26-27, fig. 41)
Condition
Darkening of linen, text faded. Unframed
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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.
Catalogue Note
This rather plain sampler by a seven-year-old is nonetheless a recognizable example from Mary Balch's school. Catherine (Caty)Field (c. 1782 - 1875) was the daughter of Lemuel Field (1750- 1836)and Rachel Downing (d. 1814) of Providence. She married merchant and paper hanger William James (c. 1778-1824) on November 19, 1810.
Catherine was one of six children. Her father Lemuel owned real estate in Providence. (Additional information provided by Carol and Stephen Huber).