Mourning sampler
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Mourning sampler

TitleMourning sampler
Dateca. 1850 19th century
MediumMedium: wool, silk and metal-wrapped silk embroidery on cotton foundation Technique: embroidered in cross stitch on plain weave cotton with paired warps and wefts (Penelope canvas)
Classificationembroidery & stitching
OriginNew Hampshire, USA New Hampshire
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineGift of Anonymous Donor from the Fraser/Martin Collection
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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