Specialists in 18th and early 19th century American samplers and needlework. Philadelphia antiques dealer, Amy Finkel recognizes that a serious collector always wants to know more about a piece than a price. The gallery's outstanding website, www.samplings.com, helps keep needlework collectors abreast of research in the field, as well as current offerings. The shop is located at the corner of 10th and Pine Streets in downtown Philadelphia, and always stocks a selection of American late 18th and early 19th century furniture, early glass and related decorative arts and, of course, schoolgirl samplers and silk embroideries. Generally open Monday – Friday 9:30 – 5:30, though a call ahead is always advised. Weekends by appointment only.