“Darning sampler” (1735) is a public-domain (CC0) artwork, free to view, download and reuse for any purpose. It is catalogued from the open collection of Smithsonian Open Access.

Darning sampler

Darning sampler

TitleDarning sampler
Date1735 18th century
MediumMedium: silk embroidery on linen foundation Technique: embroidered in running (pattern darning) and eyelet stitches on plain weave foundation Label: linen embroidered with silk in pattern darning and eyelet stitches
Classificationembroidery & stitching
OriginNetherlands Netherlands
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineBequest of Gertrude M. Oppenheimer
RightsPublic domain (CC0)

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Updated 2026-09-05