Sampler
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Sampler

TitleSampler
ArtistSarah Russell Waters, American
Dateca. 1810 19th century
MediumMedium: silk embroidery on linen foundation Technique: embroidered in counted cross and stem stitches on plain weave foundation
Classificationembroidery & stitching
OriginBoston, Massachusetts, USA Boston
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineGift of Anonymous Donor from the Fraser/Martin Collection
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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