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Sampler (England)

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Maria Handsley. It is dated 1810 and we acquired it in 1970. Its medium is linen and silk and its technique is embroidery (for pattern only). It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Emily Coe Stowell. It is credited Bequest of Emily Coe Stowell from the Coe Collection.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 45 x 39 cm (17 11/16 x 15 3/8 in.)

It is signed

Signed: "Maria Handsley (?) 1810."

Cite this object as

Sampler (England); Embroidered by Maria Handsley; linen and silk; H x W: 45 x 39 cm (17 11/16 x 15 3/8 in.); Bequest of Emily Coe Stowell from the Coe Collection; 1970-28-6

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