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Sampler (probably Italy)

This is a Sampler. It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1981. Its medium is linen embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is plain weave foundation with eyelet, buttonhole over a cord, wrapping over a cord, double hem stitch, stem, eyelet, double running and satin stitches and cutwork with needle made fillings. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Bequest of Gertrude M. Oppenheimer.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 41.9 x 13.7 cm (16 1/2 x 5 3/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Sampler (probably Italy); linen embroidery on linen foundation; H x W: 41.9 x 13.7 cm (16 1/2 x 5 3/8 in.); Bequest of Gertrude M. Oppenheimer; 1981-28-45

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