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Sampler

(Massachusetts (probably Boston) born in 1760)
1771
Object PlaceBoston, New England colonies, U.S.A.
Medium/TechniqueLinen plain weave, embroidered with silk in cross, split, French knot and stem stitches
DimensionsHeight x width: 30 x 20 in. (76.2 x 50.8 cm)
Credit LineMuseum purchase with funds donated anonymously and Frank B. Bemis Fund
Accession number2001.739
On View
Not on view
ClassificationsTextiles
ProvenancePurchased at auction, Skinner sale
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