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Beaded sampler
Probably Italian
first half of 19th century
Object Place: Italy (probably)
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave embroidered with silk thread and glass beads
Dimensions
38 x 51.2 cm (14 15/16 x 20 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.1004
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionVarious independent motifs including several birds, butterflies, floral designs, cornucopiae, a house and a temple. All within a floral vine border. Ground worked with translucent and opaque beads affixed with tan silk yarns. Ground and beads worn; some holes; two corners frayed.
ProvenanceGift of Elizabeth Day McCormick to MFA, 1943