Artist: Unidentified, maker; Date(s): 1675; Classification(s): embroidery, sampler, weaving, Linen sampler embroidered with polychrome silks in double running, cross, long-armed cross, stem, and satin stitch. All the edges of the sampler are hemmed.; Acquisition: bequeathed by Longman, H.A. Mrs, Bequeathed by Mrs H.A. Longman [T.126-1938]
Description: Sampler worked in polychrome silks containing a wide range of patterns including figures, an alphabet, geometric bands, a wreath and a pierced heart.