Sampler fragment

19th century

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
New York, United States

Fragment of a sampler embroidered in polychrome silk showing a basket with flowers and birds, and a standing woman. Geometric border pattern and floral sprays.

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Title: Sampler fragment
Date Created: 19th century
Location Created: Mexico
Original Source: See this work of art on the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum website
Medium: Medium: linen, silk Technique: embroidered
Credit line: Gift of Elizabeth Gordon

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

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Embroidery Linen Mexico Silk Textile

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