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Sampler

Object Details

Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
Two alphabets, set of numerals and assorted motifs within four floral borders.
Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Embroiderer
Peano Marte
Date
1908
Credit Line
Bequest of Gertrude M. Oppenheimer
Medium
Medium: silk and wool embroidery on cotton foundation Technique: embroidered in cross stitches (looping, backward movement) on plain weave foundation with spaced warps and wefts (penelope canvas)
Dimensions
H x W: 45.1 x 57.2 cm (17 3/4 x 22 1/2 in.)
Type
embroidery & stitching
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