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Sampler (USA)

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Anna Morrison. It is dated 1817 and we acquired it in 1971. Its medium is silk embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is cross, rice, queen and eyelet embroidery stitches on plain weave foundation. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Marian Hague. It is credited Bequest of Marian Hague.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 41 x 44 cm (16 1/8 x 17 5/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Sampler (USA); Embroidered by Anna Morrison; silk embroidery on linen foundation; H x W: 41 x 44 cm (16 1/8 x 17 5/16 in.); Bequest of Marian Hague; 1971-50-174

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