Sampler, Medium: silk, linen and metal-wrapped silk embroidery, linen foundation Technique: tent, back, rococo, roumanian, half-cross, long-armed cross, eyelet, satin, stem, chain, running, plaited braid and looping stitches on plain weave, 'Random Spot' sampler of geometric figures and isolated floral forms., Selvage at top and bottom of piece., The unfinished floral motifs at the bottom reveal the outline drawn onto the foundation fabric., England, 1601–50, embroidery & stitching, Sampler

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

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