Ruth Van Tassel is
a skilled and very experienced needlework conservator and has handled hundreds of antique samplers over the past fifteen
years for both private collections and museums. All of her conservation employs the most current museum approved
materials and methods.
Sampler and needlework conservation is an in house service we offer including cleaning,
mounting and framing.We are always happy to see your antique sampler and offer a condition analysis and casual appraisal.
Ruth enjoys
sharing her knowledge of antique sampler conservation and antique needlework in general and she regularly makes
presentations at shows, museums and historical organizations.
Don Baumann grew up in a family of
artists and collectors. He was introduced to antiques as a child traveling with his parents from shop to shop in Bucks
County, Pa. His interest in the objects and the dealers and collectors who pursue them has grown over the years into an
active business, one that Don likes to think of as an ongoing treasure hunt.
We
buy and sell eighteenth century American antique furniture and also offer for sale antique needlework
samplers, silk embroidery and antique needlework accessories. Our
focus is always on you, the customer, and your complete comfort and satisfaction. Our purchases are made with
discretion. Sales are always on approval and unconditionally guaranteed. Returns
for full refund may be made within two weeks of the purchase date. A complete description of each item is provided
including condition, approximate age and place of origin. Layaway plans are available for most purchases. Shipping, packaging
and insurance to all U.S. destinations is available.
