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Sampler

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Elizabeth Sexton. It is dated 1660 and we acquired it in 2022. Its medium is silk, linen. It is a part of the department.

This object was bequest of Marsha Carson. It is credited Bequest of Marsha Carson.

Its dimensions are

H x W (object): 48.3 × 18.4 cm (19 in. × 7 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Sampler; Embroidered by Elizabeth Sexton; silk, linen; H x W (object): 48.3 × 18.4 cm (19 in. × 7 1/4 in.); Bequest of Marsha Carson; 2022-40-25

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibition Acquired! Shaping the National Design Collection.

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