Cross Stitch Antiques - Mary Coleby, Ackworth School 1803

2025 Nashville Needlework Market release - now in stock!

Provenance: On the back of this framed antique, was found a very aged handwritten note: “This Sampler was worked by Mary Coleby of Kelvedon, Essex when Eleven years of age at Ackworth School Yorkshire. Born 1792 – married in 1814 to Edward Gripper of Layer Breton Hall, Essex – had thirteen children – died 1862 – buried in Friends’ Burying Ground, Layer Breton. Further extensive provenance included in chart.

Fabric: 46 ct Antique Button Medium Light linen by Mason Linens

Threads: Au Ver Soie 100/3 or NPI Silks or DMC conversion provided.

Stitch Count: 274 w x 339 h

Year: 2025

Includes: Counted Cross Stitch Pattern/s with Materials List & Instructions

*Due to Copyright Restrictions Patterns are Not Returnable.