A new purchase arrived today. The sampler is in very good condition. (excuse the refections of the trees and me)
This bird reminded me of Eleanor but what really drew me to the sampler were scenes that fit so well into my son's little family and interests.
They have a lake and ducks. They even have a church across the lake, they wed in the church. Archie likes to feed the poultry and the dogs follow him everywhere.
My son shoots with his labradors and clumber spaniel. I think this one will make a perfect gift for them.
I have yet to find more information on Elizabeth Martel and whilst the sampler states she was aged 12 does not give a date. Any ideas of the period?