Sampler, Abigail Mears, (American, born 1758), Medium: silk embroidery on linen foundation Technique: embroidered in counted and uncounted stitches: cross, satin, surface satin, stem and eyelet stitches on plain weave foundation, In the upper half, bands of alphabets separated by narrow floral cross borders, a verse and inscription:, From my beginning may the almighty powers, Blessings bestow in never ceasing showers, Oh may I happy be and dissipate all worldly cares, And smiling peace bless my revolving years, Abigail Mears Her Sampler 1772, In the lower half, a scene of dogs chasing a stag

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