Salesman's Sample
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Salesman's Sample

TitleSalesman's Sample
ArtistFrance, possibly Lyon
Date1780/90 18th century
MediumSilk, plain weave with supplementary patterning warps and supplementary patterning wefts; embroidered with silk floss in outline, satin, single satin and stem stitches; French knots
Classificationtextile
OriginFrance France
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGift of Mrs. Chauncey B. Borland
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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