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Sampler
German
early 19th century
Object Place: Germany
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave embroidered with silk and wool
Dimensions
37 x 32.5 cm (14 9/16 x 12 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.959
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionSix different lettering styles of alphabet separated by simple lines or floral vines. Cream colored linen ground with polychrome silk and some polychrome wool yarns. One break in ground near top. Stitches: cross, tent.
ProvenanceGift of Elizabeth Day McCormick to MFA, 1943