Embroidered Sampler made at the Female Association Quaker School 1813

This embroidered sampler, created by Charlotte Gardner in 1813 at the age of twelve, is a charming example of needlework from the early 19th century. The sampler features a poem dedicated to Mary Perkins, a fellow student at the Female Association Quaker School in New York. The inscription, along with the delicate floral motifs and intricate stitch patterns, showcases the young artist's skill and the importance of needlework education for girls during this period. The sampler is a testament to Gardner's artistry and the cultural significance of needlework as a form of female expression and education.