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1930

  • Work on this object began.

1939

  • Work on this object ended.

1974

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

  • You found it!

Sampler (USA)

This is a Sampler. It was manufactured by Vogart Company, Inc.. It is dated 1930–39 and we acquired it in 1974. Its medium is cotton embroidery, linen foundation and its technique is embroidered in counted cross stitch on plain weave foundation over a stamped outline. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Gillian Moss. It is credited Gift of Gillian MacBain Moss.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 34 x 25.4 cm (13 3/8 x 10 in.)

Cite this object as

Sampler (USA); Manufactured by Vogart Company, Inc.; cotton embroidery, linen foundation; H x W: 34 x 25.4 cm (13 3/8 x 10 in.); Gift of Gillian MacBain Moss; 1974-77-1

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