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1901

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1925

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  • We acquired this object.

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Sampler (Mexico)

This is a Sampler. It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1981. Its medium is cotton, glass beads and its technique is embroidery with beads and needle lace with beads on plain weave foundation. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Bequest of Gertrude M. Oppenheimer.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 16.5 x 26.7 cm (6 1/2 x 10 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Sampler (Mexico); cotton, glass beads; H x W: 16.5 x 26.7 cm (6 1/2 x 10 1/2 in.); Bequest of Gertrude M. Oppenheimer; 1981-28-402

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