A George IV needlework sampler embroidered in coloured silks with cross stitch on a fine linen gr

A George IV needlework sampler embroidered in coloured silks with cross stitch on a fine linen ground, designed with a verse, "O THAT the Lord would guide my ways To keep his statutes still: O that my God would grant me grace To know and do his will. O send thy Spirit down to write Thy law upon my heart: Nor let my tongue indulge deceit Nor act the liar's part. From vanity turn off mine eyes: Let no corrupt design Nor covetous desires arise Within this soul of mine". within a vine and carnation border flanked by flowering plants, surmounted with a flower filled planter, the lower frieze depicting Adam and Eve holding fruit from the tree of knowledge and with peacocks, parrots, boats and comucopia, all within a ribbon border, Mary Laycock's work aged 9, 1822, bright and in excellent condition, 16in x 13in, contemporary gilt gesso reeded frame, the corners with floral patera.