Antique Victorian Needlepoint Tapestry, Sampler, 28.5" Rosewood Frame: 1858 "Souvenir" with Tomb 18th century necessaire That aside

That aside

very fine condition

engraved monograms and wonderful condition in the original storage and/or presentation case

Magnificent overall though

The spine of the paper-covered etui which would serve as hinge is split nearly all along

Antique Victorian Needlepoint Tapestry, Sampler, 28.5" Rosewood Frame: 1858 "Souvenir" with Tomb 18th century necessaire That asideFabulous large 28 3 8" x 23 1 4" antique Victorian era needlepoint sampler or "Souvenir" tapestry in rosewood frame, dated "1858" with a tomb, churches & buildings, figures, flowers & foliage and in wonderful condition! Wow, a truly visual experience here with all of those smaller separate scenes! Beautifully done and, as you can see, the needlepoint itself is in superb condition. The frame was some loss to the inlaid cream colored bands but one could