Antique Victorian perforated paper or punched paper embroidery motto

Code: 10456

Dimensions:

Antique Victorian "perforated paper" or "punched paper"
needlepoint sampler embroidered with a biblical motto 
English or American woolwork
Circa 1870
in its original walnut glazed frame
27.5 cm x 58.5 cm

Of imposing size and well embroidered with the unusual biblical passage "As thy day so shall thy strength be", taken from Deuteronomy 33:25 (reminding the reader that you can find the will to get through even the thoughest situation).

In excellent condition, colours of the wool embroidery still strong and unfaded.