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THBRare Plymouth, Massachusetts Needlework Sampler with Mt. Vernon Imagery
About Seller
PO Box 2135
Asheville, NC 28802
United States
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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About Auction
LiveSep 10, 2025
Assembled over the course of many years by a collector with great taste and great means, the sale features an important oil portrait by John Singer Sargent, painted in Paris in 1880. Other notable American paintings are included in the sale, including Potthast, Sully, Cornoyer, Shattuck, and Gaugengigl. In addition, fine Americana featuring numerous samplers, folk art, portrait miniatures, furniture and other accessories will be featured. The accoutrements of fine dining and entertaining are also included, featuring fine china, stemware, and silver by notable makers like Herend, Tiffany, Meis Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com
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- Lot Description
signed and dated "Wrought by Sally Curtis Johnson 1822", with alphabet and verse above scenic depiction of Mt. Vernon within rose and scrollwork border, silk on linen with ink and paint details, 18 x 12-1/2 in.; giltwood frame, 20-1/4 x 14-3/4 x 1 in.
Provenance: Kemble's, Norwich, Ohio, March 5th, 2009 (accompanied by copy of receipt for $19,000); Property From An Important Estate, Maryland
Note: This piece was shown by Kemble's at the Brandywine Antiques Show in May of 2008. (https://www.antiquesandthearts.com/brandywine-antiques-show-adds-sizzle-to-summer-slate/)
- Provenance
Kemble's, Norwich, Ohio, March 5th, 2009 (accompanied by copy of receipt for $19,000); Property From An Important Estate, Maryland
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according to receipt, has been professionally conserved; stitched onto linen lined backing, heavily soiled ground; 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.
