Berlin wool work alphabet & pictorial sampler, 1882

Framed Berlin work sampler, wool on linen, signed "B P 1882" in center cartouche. Features alphabet and numbers with a large number of pictorial motifs including band of leaves, rooster, baskets of flowers, candelabra, courting figures, classical architecture, trees, dogs, cross and more. Edged in red fabric border and sewn to red fabric background. Probably original ebonized and grained frame. Condition: some holes to sewn border, scattered losses to edge of frame, otherwise excellent condition. Sight: 17" W x 17-1/2" H, Framed: 19-1/2" W x 20-1/2" H.