Sampler, 1800–50
This object is resting in our storage facility.
We acquired this object in 1941
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- Object ID: 18564239
- Accession Number: 1941-69-250
- Acquired: 1941
- Short URL: http://cprhw.tt/o/2D9v6/
- Sampler, 1800–50. 1800–50. Medium: cotton Technique: satin and stem stitches on plain weave. Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe. 1941-69-250.
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- Embroidered by Pauline Rieschke
Alphabets and monograms in red and white. Letters and designs were drawn on the cloth before the embroidery was begun. The larger holes were cut; the smaller ones pinches; both were overcast.
This sampler is medium: cotton technique: satin and stem stitches on plain weave. Its dimensions are: H x W: 39 x 54.5 cm (15 3/8 x 21 7/16 in.).
Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe. Its provenance is ex. coll. Mrs. Henry E. Coe (Eva Johnston Coe) We acquired this object in 1941.
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