Sampler

Unknown1600–1650

Long and narrow 'random spot' sampler with geometric interlacings and flowers. Selvedge at one side.

Details

Title: Sampler
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: 1600–1650
Physical Dimensions: w215 x h500 cm
Type: Sampler
Rights: Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe
Medium: Medium: silk and metal-wrapped silk embroidery, linen foundation Technique: back, tent, rococo, eyelet, chain, cross, long-armed cross, roumanian, stem, twisted chain, and plaited braid stitches on plain weave
Provenance: ex. coll. Mrs. Henry E. Coe (Eva Johnston Coe)
Exhibitions: "Embroidered Samplers" 1984
Dimensions: H x W: 50.2 x 21.6 cm (19 3/4 x 8 1/2 in.)

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