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Sampler (England)

This is a Sampler. It is dated early 17th century and we acquired it in 2003. Its medium is silk and metal-wrapped silk embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is deflected element work, raised work, plaited stitches. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by William H. Mathers and Myra Mathers. It is credited Gift of Myra and William H. Mathers.

Its dimensions are

Frame H x W: 58.4 x 35.6 cm (23 x 14 in.) H x W: 56.5 x 32.4 cm (22 1/4 x 12 3/4 in.) unframed

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Sampler (England); silk and metal-wrapped silk embroidery on linen foundation; Frame H x W: 58.4 x 35.6 cm (23 x 14 in.) H x W: 56.5 x 32.4 cm (22 1/4 x 12 3/4 in.) unframed; Gift of Myra and William H. Mathers; 2003-14-21

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