• An exceptional English Regency schoolgirl needlework sampler by Charlotte Rees, age 11 and dated 1816, showcases a stitched religious verse alongside a tree, people, animals, houses, and an array of motifs in red, green, and brown thread on beige fabric. "Charlotte Rees" and the date "1816" are included near the lower left.
  • An exceptional English Regency schoolgirl needlework sampler by Charlotte Rees, age 11, dated 1816. This exquisite antique piece features a central tree, decorative motifs, and a stitched prayer about gratitude and blessings. Framed by geometric patterns and small houses, the sampler is delicately signed “Charlotte” with the year “1816” at the bottom, beautifully showcasing Charlotte Rees’s artistry at just eleven years old.
  • Presenting an exceptional English Regency schoolgirl needlework sampler, crafted by Charlotte Rees at age 11 and dated 1816. This framed piece features decorative motifs and a meticulously stitched religious verse expressing themes of God's care, blessings, and protection. The sampler showcases delightful symbols including hearts, birds, flowers, and trees—an exquisite example reminiscent of early 19th-century artistry.
  • An exceptional English Regency schoolgirl needlework sampler by Charlotte Rees, age 11, dated 1816. This vintage antique piece showcases a central tree surrounded by geometric patterns, hearts, birds, and figures. The top is inscribed with the phrase: “I have not any blessing here but what is sent from heav’n,” while Charlotte’s name and the year 1816 are stitched below in true Regency-era style.
  • Exceptional English Regency Schoolgirl Needlework Sampler by Charlotte Rees, age 11, dated 1816. This charming sampler features a church with a tall spire, flanked by trees on either side, with vibrant red flowers and birds accenting the scene. Reminiscent of period samplers, the work is presented in a brown wooden frame. Brand: None/Unknown.
  • An exceptional English Regency schoolgirl needlework sampler by Charlotte Rees, age 11 and dated 1816, featuring a red bird, a red and white flower, delicate numbers, and Charlotte’s name finely stitched on beige fabric—an exquisite example of early 19th-century needlework artistry.
  • A close-up of a framed, vintage embroidered sampler with faded green and red patterns and partial text stitched in black thread on beige fabric, reminiscent of the Exceptional English Regency Schoolgirl Needlework Sampler by Charlotte Rees, age 11, dated 1816.
  • A close-up of an Exceptional English Regency Schoolgirl Needlework Sampler by Charlotte Rees, age 11 and dated 1816, features text, floral patterns, a small deer, and geometric shapes on a beige background. The wood frame is visible along the left and top edges, highlighting this remarkable early 19th-century piece.
  • A close-up of an exceptional English Regency schoolgirl needlework sampler by Charlotte Rees, age 11, dated 1816, framed and displayed against a white wall; the antique sampler features geometric and floral patterns in red, green, and beige threads on fabric.
  • A close-up of the Exceptional English Regency Schoolgirl Needlework Sampler by Charlotte Rees, age 11 and dated 1816—showing intricate embroidery with a tree, geometric patterns, and stitched text on fabric, partially framed in wood against a white wall.
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Exceptional English Regency Schoolgirl Needlework Sampler by Charlotte Rees, Age 11, Dated 1816

Exceptional English Regency Schoolgirl Needlework Sampler by Charlotte Rees, Age 11, Dated 1816

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An exceptional English Regency schoolgirl needlework sampler stitched by Charlotte Rees at the age of eleven and dated 1816, offering a remarkable glimpse into the education and artistry of the early nineteenth century. Created as both an exercise in needlework and moral instruction, this beautifully preserved sampler features an inspiring devotional verse alongside a wealth of symbolic motifs, reflecting the values and accomplishments expected of young ladies during the Regency period. The inclusion of the maker’s name, age, and date gives the piece a deeply personal connection to its young creator while greatly enhancing its historical significance.

Executed in silk threads on a linen ground, the sampler is richly decorated with a central Tree of Life, flowering baskets, birds, deer, hearts, geometric motifs, and an architectural depiction of a church, all enclosed within a colorful repeating floral border. The balanced composition, fine stitching, and harmonious palette demonstrate the considerable skill Charlotte had achieved by such a young age. It is beautifully presented in a handsome birdseye maple frame, whose warm figured grain complements the sampler while providing an elegant period-appropriate presentation. Together, the sampler and frame create a striking display that is equally compelling as an important piece of early English needlework and as a beautiful work of folk art.

The sampler is in nice antique condition consistent with its age and more than 200 years of history. It retains a wonderful mellow color palette with expected toning to the linen ground and minor age-related fading that enhance its authentic character. The birdseye maple frame shows light wear consistent with age and complements the textile beautifully. Overall, it presents exceptionally well and remains a highly collectible example of Regency-era schoolgirl embroidery and a charming survivor of England’s rich needlework tradition. 26h x 18.5w x 1d

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