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1942

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Sampler (USA)

This is a Sampler. It is dated 1840 and we acquired it in 1942. Its medium is wool embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is embroidered in cross and darning stitches on plain weave foundation. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Maurice G. Debonnet. It is credited Gift of Maurice G. Debonnet.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 37 x 52 cm (14 9/16 x 20 1/2 in.)

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Sampler (USA); wool embroidery on linen foundation; H x W: 37 x 52 cm (14 9/16 x 20 1/2 in.); Gift of Maurice G. Debonnet; 1942-8-2

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