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Sampler (England)

This is a Sampler. It is dated 17th century and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk and metallic thread embroidery, linen foundation and its technique is embroidery. 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

50 x 26.5 cm (19 1/2 x 10 1/2 in.)

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Sampler (England); silk and metallic thread embroidery, linen foundation; 50 x 26.5 cm (19 1/2 x 10 1/2 in.); Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe; 1941-69-194

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