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Sampler (Italy)

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Francisca Romaquera. It is dated 1803 and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk embroidery, linen foundation and its technique is cross stitch 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

Warp x Weft: 164 x 16 cm (5 ft. 4 9/16 in. x 6 5/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Sampler (Italy); Embroidered by Francisca Romaquera; silk embroidery, linen foundation; Warp x Weft: 164 x 16 cm (5 ft. 4 9/16 in. x 6 5/16 in.); Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe; 1941-69-113

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