“Darning sampler” (1839) 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
Date1839 19th century
MediumMedium: silk embroidery on linen foundation Technique: cross stitch embroidery, multiple darning stitches
Classificationembroidery & stitching
OriginNetherlands Netherlands
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineGift of Myra and William H. Mathers
RightsPublic domain (CC0)

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