Sampler
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Sampler

TitleSampler
ArtistBenita Hernandes
Date19th century
MediumMedium: cotton embroidery on linen foundation Technique: drawnwork stitches, whipped bars, aztec, loop, counted satin, cross, and double running stitches on plain weave
Classificationembroidery & stitching
OriginYucatan, Mexico Yucatan
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineBequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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