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Spot sampler

English
17th century
Object Place: Britain

Medium/Technique Linen plain weave embroidered in silk
Dimensions 30.4 x 17.3 cm (11 15/16 x 6 13/16 in.)
Credit Line The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.280
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ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionSmall spot sampler embroidered with geometric purse designs, flowers, birds and moth. Stitches: chain stitch (from the back), rococco.
ProvenanceLent by Miss Elizabeth Day McCormick, February 15, 1943; gift of Elizabeth Day McCormick to MFA, 1943