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Sampler (England)

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Emma Slade. It is dated 1832 and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk embroidery on linen and its technique is cross, tent, and satin stitches on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe. It is credited Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe.

Its dimensions are

Warp x Weft: 21 x 21 cm (8 1/4 x 8 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Sampler (England); Embroidered by Emma Slade; silk embroidery on linen; Warp x Weft: 21 x 21 cm (8 1/4 x 8 1/4 in.); Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe; 1941-69-40

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