Witney Antiques

Witney Antiques Specialising in 17th-century embroidered needlework and samplers, 1600-1900. Open Wed-Saturday, 12-5

A lovely small early 17th century sweet bag or purse .In good original condition . The use of metal thread makes it spar...
10/06/2026

A lovely small early 17th century sweet bag or purse .In good original condition . The use of metal thread makes it sparkle .

Here it is at last . Samplers Smallpox and Sugar . It is available in the Uk direct from Witney Antiques priced at £75 ...
16/05/2026

Here it is at last . Samplers Smallpox and Sugar . It is available in the Uk direct from Witney Antiques priced at £75 plus postage A subsidiary book , a facsimile copy of a personal account of life before and during her time in the Orphanage by Kit Rose is available for £15 a copy. The book is available in the US from The Attic , Mesa , Arizona. Please contact them direct for a copy . I am still experiencing significant difficulties with my emails so please include a phone contact if you send an email so I can process your orders . I do hope you all enjoy this new publication !

A second male figure from the same whitework sampler. This sampler demonstrates the immense skill of its maker !
10/05/2026

A second male figure from the same whitework sampler. This sampler demonstrates the immense skill of its maker !

A portion of a lovely whitework sampler. The complex detached needle lace detailing elevates this 17th century samplers ...
08/05/2026

A portion of a lovely whitework sampler. The complex detached needle lace detailing elevates this 17th century samplers beyond what is normally seen . I hope you enjoy!

As many of you know I love my horses , enjoy this detail from a Scottish sampler dating from circa 1820.
07/05/2026

As many of you know I love my horses , enjoy this detail from a Scottish sampler dating from circa 1820.

Sarah Jones worked this exceptionally pretty sampler aged 10 years in 1797 , The sampler is in beautiful condition with ...
30/04/2026

Sarah Jones worked this exceptionally pretty sampler aged 10 years in 1797 , The sampler is in beautiful condition with good original colour retention .

Depictions of a shepherd and shepherdess placed in a landscape are amongst the most commonly seen subjects on 18th centu...
26/04/2026

Depictions of a shepherd and shepherdess placed in a landscape are amongst the most commonly seen subjects on 18th century canvas work . This example retains lovely original colour and condition .

Scottish House samplers have an enduring appeal and this example worked by Ann Fulton in Paisley in 1844 is no exception...
25/04/2026

Scottish House samplers have an enduring appeal and this example worked by Ann Fulton in Paisley in 1844 is no exception. Retaining excellent condition and good original colour .

Here is a sampler from the Misses Boney’s seminary Penzance. A number of samplers from this school are known featuring ...
22/04/2026

Here is a sampler from the Misses Boney’s seminary Penzance. A number of samplers from this school are known featuring paper faces . This lovely example retains good original condition .

I am pleased to announce the new book on Bristol Orphanage will be back from being printed shortly . It will be availabl...
18/04/2026

I am pleased to announce the new book on Bristol Orphanage will be back from being printed shortly . It will be available in the Uk from Witney Antiques at £75 plus postage . It is 214 pages full colour . It is available in the US from The Attic Needlework in Phoenix Arizona . Please contact them direct for copies to the US. I have received several enquiries via email and am aware that my replies are not getting back . If you could include phone numbers I will be happy to answer all questions and take orders . Sorry for the inconvenience this has caused .

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100 Corn Street
Witney
OX286

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Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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