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Sampler (USA)

This is a Sampler. It is dated ca. 1775 and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is embroidered in counted satin, stem, cross, eyelet, and overcasting stitches on plain weave foundation. 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: 39.5 x 34 cm (15 9/16 x 13 3/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Sampler (USA); silk embroidery on linen foundation; H x W: 39.5 x 34 cm (15 9/16 x 13 3/8 in.); Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe; 1941-69-148

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