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Sampler
German
about 1840
Object Place: Germany
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave embroidered with wool
Dimensions
49.1 x 57.6 cm (19 5/16 x 22 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.994
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionThe field is divided into halves. The left; upper and lower case script alphabets plus numbers above and gothic alphabet. Beneath this are horizontal rows with various floral vine and other motives. The right; houses, a wreath with the initials "M.T.", various floral grouping and animals scattered over the ground. Stains; missing yarns. Stitches: counted satin, cross, feather, long-armed cross, plush.
ProvenanceGift of Elizabeth Day McCormick to MFA, 1943