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Sampler
Embroidered by: Eliza Evans (English)
English
early 19th century
Object Place: England
Medium/Technique
Wool plain weave embroidered with silk
Dimensions
Overall: 37.1 x 53.7 x 3.8 cm (14 5/8 x 21 1/8 x 1 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Berger in memory of Susan Jeannette Westfall
Accession Number2003.410
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CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionSampler with verse "Sweet labourer midst the Summer's golden hour..." with floral wreath in center enclosing inscription, "Eliza Evans aged 12 years" and with floral border flanked by two verses; worked in cross and back stitches.
ProvenancePurchased by Mr. and Mrs. Berger; Gift to the MFA, September 17, 2003