Important Maryland Private Collection | September 10, 2025
Wed, Sep 10, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 547
Framed Massachusetts Schoolgirl Needlework Sampler, Lucy Learned
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Sold for
$950
Sold Price excludes BP
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 |
signed and dated "Wrought by Lucy Learned/In the 11(?) yr. of her age/Watertown/1808", with alphabet and verse within floral border, silk on linen, sight 17-1/4 x 13-3/4 in.; beveled wood frame, 19-7/8 x 16-1/2 x 3/4 in.
Provenance: M. Finkel & Daughter, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 2005 (accompanied by write up); Property From An Important Estate, Maryland
Note: According to the accompanying write up by M. Finkel & Daughter, "Lucy's parents were Samuel and Lucy (Coolidge) Learned who were married in Watertown in 1795 and became the parents of seven children born between 1796 and 1809. Lucy married Samuel Weeks Bickford, of Epsom, New Hampshire, west of Concord. They had seven children and by 1870 Lucy was a widow, living with her son Horace and his family in Epsom. Lucy died in 1892."
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M. Finkel & Daughter, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 2005 (accompanied by write up); Property From An Important Estate, Maryland
not examined out of frame, very good overall with minimal fading, scattered light staining; 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.
