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Sampler
German
probably 1852
Object Place: Germany
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave embroidered with wool
Dimensions
61 x 53 cm (24 x 20 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.983
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionVarious naturalistic motives arranged in open rows including bucolic and a chinoiserie scene, a cat, floral grouping and a row of geometric designs. In the center are the initials, in Gothic letters, "ML" and the date (possibly altered) 1752. The ground is entirely covered by white wool yarns. Slightly soiled. Stitches: canvas work including cross, Florentine, plush, reverse tent, tent.
ProvenanceGift of Elizabeth Day McCormick to MFA, 1943