Sampler, Medium: silk embroidery on linen foundation Technique: embroidered in two-sided cross and double running stitches on plain weave foundation, Alphabet at top, plants growing from three edges. In the center a heraldic crest with the head of a blackamoor, date and initials., Bohemia, 1683, embroidery & stitching, Sampler

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Size: 3384px × 3900px
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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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