Bidspirit auction | Framed Counted Cross-Stitch Country Sampler

Framed Counted Cross-Stitch Country Sampler in the Style of Alma Lynne - This lot features a large, hand-stitched counted cross-stitch needlework piece on white even-weave fabric. The design is a multi-vignette country-style sampler. The top center features an arched window framing a yellow cottage and trees, with the text home sweet home stitched below. Additional scenes include a full-length primitive doll, a vertical patchwork quilt sampler, an American flag with the word america, and a circular holiday wreath surrounding a white cat labeled beau. The right side depicts a clothesline with baby clothing and a teddy bear in a basket with a holiday garland. The entire composition is accented by a stitched blue ribbon motif. The color palette consists of soft primary and pastel tones. The design reflects the popular American folk-art aesthetic of the late 20th century, specifically resembling patterns by designer Alma Lynne. The piece is housed under a light blue mat with a custom multi-opening cutout that conforms to the shape of the stitched vignettes. It is set within a dark-stained wood-finish frame under glass. Indistinct stitched characters are visible in the lower right corner of the fabric. Frame: 22 inches wide x 17.5 inches high.