Museum Collections
Luce Center
Sampler
Object Number:
INV.1207
Date:
1834
Medium:
Linen, silk
Dimensions:
Overall: 9 x 17 1/2 in. ( 22.9 x 44.4 cm )
Marks:
embroidered: bottom center, brown floss: "Henrietta Schnip / 1834"
Description:
Horizontal rectangular linen sampler with various colors silk floss; alphabet across top, verse in center with designs on each side, inscription across bottom, bordered on sides and top with floral motif; stitches include cross, feather and satin.
Credit Line:
Purchased from Elie Nadelman, 1937
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.