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Sampler (Mexico)

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Dolores Cortes. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1971. Its medium is silk embroidery on linen foundation and its technique is embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Marian Hague. It is credited Bequest of Marian Hague.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 39.1 x 59.4 cm (15 3/8 x 23 3/8 in.)

It is signed

Dolores Cortes

It is inscribed

De Mano de Dolores Cortes Lo Acabo el Dia 17 de Agosto

Cite this object as

Sampler (Mexico); Embroidered by Dolores Cortes; silk embroidery on linen foundation; H x W: 39.1 x 59.4 cm (15 3/8 x 23 3/8 in.); Bequest of Marian Hague; 1971-50-170

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