Brunk Auctions
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American & Southern | Session I | November 13, 2025

Thu, Nov 13, 2025 02:00PM EST
Lot 1563

Two Framed European Whitework Samplers

Estimate: $600 - $900
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comprising: English, mid 17th century, linen seven panel whitework band sampler in gilt frame, 12-3/8 x 10-5/8 x 1 in.; French, late 19th century, whitework Christening quilt or petassou in painted and burlwood veneered frame, 25-1/2 x 25-3/4 x 7/8 in.

Provenance: (linen sampler) M. Finkel & Daughter, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 7, 2002 (accompanied by copy of receipt); (petassou) Kathryn Berenson Quilts, Chevy Chase, Maryland, May 12, 1993 (accompanied by copy of receipt); Collection of Karen Shackleford Moore, Baltimore, Maryland

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(linen sampler) M. Finkel & Daughter, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 7, 2002 (accompanied by copy of receipt); (petassou) Kathryn Berenson Quilts, Chevy Chase, Maryland, May 12, 1993 (accompanied by copy of receipt); Collection of Karen Shackleford Moore, Baltimore, Maryland

not examined out of frame, frames with minor abrasions; linen sampler with some picked and pulled threads, small hole to proper left side of third band, some scattered areas of discoloration, small tear along proper right bottom corner; petassou with minor wear and picked and pulled threads 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.