A fine sampler by Janet Arneil 1807 worked in silks predominantly in shades of brown, ivory, green and blue in various stitches, the central field with a naturalistic spray of roses, with a bird perched on a floral ribbon, monogrammed with the initials "JA.MR", infilled with other motifs, within an elaborate border of stylised carnations and other flowers--15½ x 19¾in. (39 x 50cm.), framed and glazed