Antique embroidery sampler titled 'Sarah Dutnel 1818'

This is an early 19th century embroidery sampler, created in 1818 by Sarah Dutnel. Samplers were educational tools used to teach young girls needlework skills while also demonstrating their accomplishments and moral values. The piece features typical motifs of the period including stylized trees, floral elements, and geometric borders worked in cross-stitch on linen. Samplers from this period are highly valued by collectors of folk art, textile historians, and antique needlework enthusiasts. These pieces provide important insights into women's education and domestic arts of the Federal period in America. The delicate handwork, historical provenance, and well-preserved condition make this a desirable example for museums and private collections focusing on early American textiles.