“Sampler” by Stitched by Nancy Laird (American, 1793–1884) (1808) is a public-domain (CC0) artwork, free to view, download and reuse for any purpose. It is catalogued from the open collection of Art Institute of Chicago.

Sampler

Sampler

TitleSampler
ArtistStitched by Nancy Laird (American, 1793–1884) United States
Date1808 19th century
MediumLinen, plain weave; embroidered with silk in bullion, cross, eyelet, stem, and surface satin stitches
Classificationtextile
OriginUnited States United States
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGift of Caroline Wade
RightsPublic domain (CC0)

About this artwork

“Sampler” is a work by Stitched by Nancy Laird (American, 1793–1884) United States, dated 1808. It is executed in linen, plain weave; embroidered with silk in bullion, cross, eyelet, stem, and surface satin 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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Updated 2026-09-05