Fine and Rare Needlework Sampler, Nancy Forrest, Canterbury or Northfield, New Hampshire, circa 1811

worked overall in wool and silk chain stitches on a linen ground; the center with bands of alphabets above the inscription Nancy Forrest's sampler wrought in the fourteenth year of her age, 1811; the borders with hillocks, rose bush and meandering grapevines. 

Descended in the family of Nancy Forrest, daughter of Dorothy (Worthen) and William Forrest II of Canterbury, New Hampshire.
Skinner's, Bolton, Massachusetts, June 12, 1994, lot 22;
Marguerite Riordan, Stonington, Connecticut, 1994.

With some losses in the leaves.
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.

Nancy Forrest, daughter of Dorothy (Worthen) and William Forrest II was born April 12, 1797 in East Andover, New Hampshire.