Lot # 148 - Framed Embroidered Sampler: “Happiness is a Butterfly”

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions:
Start Date/Time: 19-Jan-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 26-Jan-2026 9:27:00 PM
Current bid:

$19.00

Highest bidder:

Malibu Classic

Auction has ended

Description :

Framed Embroidered Sampler: “Happiness is a Butterfly” 26"t x 20"w Alphabet rows, floral borders, birds, and animals—signed by Sandra Marjory Miller, 1977

Description This handstitched sampler features multiple rows of the alphabet in varied styles and colors, framed by decorative floral and geometric motifs. The lower section includes a stitched quote surrounded by birds, flowers in vases, and a central tree scene with animals. The piece is signed and dated by the maker.

  • Maker: Sandra Marjory Miller

  • Year: 1977

  • Quote: “Happiness is as a butterfly, which when pursued, is always beyond our grasp…”

  • Medium: Embroidery on fabric

  • Frame: Wood with glass front

  • Condition: Excellent; vibrant threadwork and clean presentation


Dimensions : 20 in W x 26 in H

Auction History

Highest bidder is Malibu Classic

Date Bid User
26-Jan-2026 8:27:04 PM $19.00 Malibu Classic
26-Jan-2026 11:23:50 AM $16.00 PnwShagre
26-Jan-2026 11:23:21 AM $15.00 hammer1st2000
26-Jan-2026 11:23:21 AM $14.00 PnwShagre
26-Jan-2026 11:23:06 AM $13.00 hammer1st2000
26-Jan-2026 11:23:06 AM $12.00 PnwShagre
24-Jan-2026 10:13:59 AM $8.00 hammer1st2000
24-Jan-2026 10:13:59 AM $7.00 PnwShagre
20-Jan-2026 8:10:22 PM $5.00 hammer1st2000

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