Map Sampler, A Map of England and Wales
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Map Sampler, A Map of England and Wales
This is a Map sampler. It was embroidered by H. Havens. It is dated late 18th century and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk and linen embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is embroidered in satin, stem and split 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.
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Its dimensions are
H x W: 55.9 × 46.7 cm (22 × 18 3/8 in.)
It is inscribed
A Map of England and Wales wrought by H. Havens
Cite this object as
Map Sampler, A Map of England and Wales; Embroidered by H. Havens; England; silk and linen embroidery on linen foundation; H x W: 55.9 × 46.7 cm (22 × 18 3/8 in.); Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe; 1941-69-121
