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Sampler (USA)

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Ann Quigly, American. It is dated 1814 and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is embroidered in cross and satin 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: 43.8 x 44.5 cm (17 1/4 x 17 1/2 in.)

It is inscribed

Ann Quigly 1814

Cite this object as

Sampler (USA); Embroidered by Ann Quigly, American; silk embroidery on linen foundation; H x W: 43.8 x 44.5 cm (17 1/4 x 17 1/2 in.); Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe; 1941-69-51

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