Darning Sampler
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Darning Sampler

TitleDarning Sampler
ArtistGermany or Netherlands
Date1827 19th century
MediumLinen, plain weave; embroidered in cross and darning stitches
Classificationtextile
OriginGermany Germany
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGift of Mrs. Harold Keele through the Needlework and Textile Guild
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Darning Sampler” is a work by Germany or Netherlands, dated 1827. It is executed in linen, plain weave; embroidered in cross and darning stitches and classified as textile. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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