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Sampler (England or United States)

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Sarah Dunsworth. It is dated 1771 and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk and wool embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is cross and tent stitches on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe. It is credited Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 56 x 47 cm (22 1/16 x 18 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Sampler (England or United States); Embroidered by Sarah Dunsworth; silk and wool embroidery on linen foundation; H x W: 56 x 47 cm (22 1/16 x 18 1/2 in.); Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe; 1941-69-103

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