Sampler
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Sampler

TitleSampler
ArtistElizabeth (née Romans) Clarke (Canadian, 1830(?)-1899) Canada, possibly Ontario
Date1838 19th century
MediumLinen, plain weave; embroidered with wool yarns in Algerian eye, cross, crossed back, hem, and Rice stitches
Classificationtextile
OriginCanada Canada
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGift of Mary S. Clark
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Sampler” is a work by Elizabeth (née Romans) Clarke (Canadian, 1830(?)-1899) Canada, possibly Ontario, dated 1838. It is executed in linen, plain weave; embroidered with wool yarns in algerian eye, cross, crossed back, hem, and rice 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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