Original Framed Georgian Sampler by Mary Michell, 1824

Original Framed Georgian Sampler by Mary Michell, 1824A beautiful original hand stitched sampler, signed and dated Mary Michell, 1824. Worked on linen in soft mossy sage and natural, time faded tones, the stitching has a calm, settled feel that reflects the care and patience with which it was made. Set in a simple wooden frame, it has an easy, peaceful presence that sits naturally in country houses, cottages, and relaxed modern interiors. The gentle colouring and modest scale make it a piece that brings

Materials: Composition head and limbs

The topper is handcrafted from silver clay

Suspended below the figure is an extraordinary hand-formed spun-glass skirt

This piece is accompanied by an oral account of prior connection to the Bletchley Museum

Condition: Age-consistent wear to paper and paint

• Rabbit material:

This Moonlit Rabbit ring features a delicate running rabbit created using silver clay pressed into a vintage Wedgwood sprig mould

Canvas-lined interior with compartments

gauze skirt

this association enhances their narrative appeal and makes them particularly desirable to collectors of British social history and mid-century festive décor

halo-like effect and remarkable fragility

and foliage