Sampler

1844

Place madeUnited States, North America

Linen, silk, cotton

Overall: 12 3/4 x 11 in. ( 32.4 x 27.9 cm )

Gift of Mrs. W. D. Parsons

1940.198

DescriptionVertical rectangular linen sampler with silk and cotton floss in various colors; horizontal rows of alphabets and numbers on upper half, some rows separated by decorative stitching, random designs on bottom half, inscription across bottom; cross, satin and running stitches.

Markingsembroidered: across bottom in copper floss: "ELisAbethA S JePHAN" embroidered: upper right corner in red and brown floss: "1844"

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