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Sampler (USA)

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by Sarah Yeakel, American. It is dated 1806 and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk and cotton embroidery, linen foundation and its technique is embroidered in cross, stem and rococo stitches on plain weave foundation. 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: 43 x 57 cm (16 15/16 x 22 7/16 in.)

It is inscribed

Sarah Yeakel's Work 1806

Cite this object as

Sampler (USA); Embroidered by Sarah Yeakel, American; silk and cotton embroidery, linen foundation; H x W: 43 x 57 cm (16 15/16 x 22 7/16 in.); Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe; 1941-69-155

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