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Sampler (USA)

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Susan Lewis. It is dated 1826 and we acquired it in 1971. Its medium is silk embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is embroidered in cross stitch on plain weave foundation. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Marian Hague. It is credited Bequest of Marian Hague.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 22.2 x 21 cm (8 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.)

It is inscribed

Susan Lewis her sampler wrought August 29th 1826 in the 11th year of her age Bridgeport, Connecticut

Cite this object as

Sampler (USA); Embroidered by Susan Lewis (American, b. 1815); silk embroidery on linen foundation; H x W: 22.2 x 21 cm (8 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.); Bequest of Marian Hague; 1971-50-181

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