Sampler
c. 1936
Eva Wilson's charming design captures the essence of an 18th-century sampler, specifically one stitched by a young girl named Mary Connors back in 1795. The composition features a central block of text—a rather morbid poem about mortality and resurrection—surrounded by delightful folk art motifs like potted trees, hearts, diamonds, and a cozy house flanked by strawberry plants and birds. Created around 1936, this piece preserves the aesthetic of early American needlework, where young girls practiced their skills while learning lessons in piety. It's a sweet snapshot of childhood education from over two centuries ago, complete with a stark reminder that even 'active Limbs' must eventually lie 'Mouldering in the Grave'!
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