American & Southern | September 11, 2025
Thu, Sep 11, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 1119
Framed American Alphabet Needlework Sampler
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
possibly Southern states/South Carolina, signed and dated "Mary Elizabeth Crenshaw / 1828", silk on linen, 17-1/2 x 17-1/2 in.; framed, 19-3/4 x 19-1/4 x 1/4 in.
Provenance: Private South Carolina Collection
Note: Records can be found for a Mary Elizabeth (nee Crenshaw) Saxon, born August 29th, 1815 in Newberry County, South Carolina, to Archibald and Mary Finch Crenshaw. She died January 31st, 1848 at age 32, and is buried at Wetumpka City Cemetery in Elmore County, Alabama, where her husband, Lydall Parke Saxon, is also buried.
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Private South Carolina Collection
stitched in on mat, some tears and losses at lower right edge, some old stitched repairs along lower edge, scattered light staining, moderate fading; frame with light wear and abrasions Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
