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Sampler fragment
German
17th–18th century
Object Place: Germany
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave embroidered with linen
Dimensions
43 x 36.5 cm (16 15/16 x 14 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of James William Paige
Accession Number95.1123
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionAcross the top are letters and figures, worked in dark blue linen, below are borders done with flat stitch and drawn work. Across the bottom is a vase of flowers, a peacock, a tree, two parrots and a mermaid. Stitches include double running, eyelet, Italian cross and cut and pulled work
ProvenanceGift of James William Paige to MFA, 1895