“Sampler” (after 1795) is a public-domain (CC0) artwork, free to view, download and reuse for any purpose. It is catalogued from the open collection of Smithsonian Open Access.

Sampler

Sampler

TitleSampler
Dateafter 1795 18th century
MediumMedium: silk and metal threads (flat metal and metal-wrapped silk) on silk foundation Technique: embroidered in satin, French knots, stem and chain stitches on plain weave foundation
Classificationembroidery & stitching
OriginLeipzig, Germany Leipzig
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineBequest of Gertrude M. Oppenheimer
RightsPublic domain (CC0)

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Updated 2026-09-05