Sampler
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Sampler

TitleSampler
ArtistMary S. Burr (American, b. 1825-1894) North Carolina, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States
Date1836 19th century
MediumWool, plain weave; embroidered with silk in cross stitches
Classificationtextile
OriginNorth Carolina North Carolina
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineBequest of Kate S. Buckingham
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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