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Sampler (England or United States), 1771

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Sarah Dunsworth. It is dated 1771 and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is cross and tent 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

H x W: 56 x 47 cm (22 1/16 x 18 1/2 in.)

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Sampler (England or United States), 1771; Embroidered by Sarah Dunsworth ; silk embroidery on linen foundation; H x W: 56 x 47 cm (22 1/16 x 18 1/2 in.); Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe; 1941-69-103

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