Jane Baxter 1838

Cross stitch pattern by Victorian Rose Needlearts. Jane Baxter, aged ten, stitched her colorful red house sampler in 1838. Birds feature prominently, as well as sheep & dogs. Flowering trees & bushes complete the assorted vignettes framing the message, "I have done this to let you see. What care my parents took of me. When I am dead and in my grave. I hope this piece of work you have." Stitch count 281w x 197h.