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1941

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2016

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Sampler (Spain)

This is a Sampler. It was embroidered by R. Ruiz. It is dated 1801–50 and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk embroidery on cotton 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: 50 x 49 cm (19 11/16 x 19 5/16 in.)

It is inscribed

Lo hizo Bienbenida R Ruiz

Cite this object as

Sampler (Spain); Embroidered by R. Ruiz; silk embroidery on cotton foundation; Warp x Weft: 50 x 49 cm (19 11/16 x 19 5/16 in.); Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe; 1941-69-56

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