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Sampler
German
1838
Object Place: Germany
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave embroidered with silk
Dimensions
72.6 x 38.1 cm (28 9/16 x 15 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.989
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionNear the top a script alphabet. Beneath this are four rows with various naturalistic floral architectural, animal and religious motives. Beneath this is a wreath with the initials "PPW" and the date. Surrounding this are more motives similar to these above and two smaller wreath with initials. Some stains. White cotton backing. Stitches: cross.
ProvenanceGift of Elizabeth Day McCormick to MFA, 1943