Artist: Creasey, Elizabeth; Date(s): 1686; Classification(s): embroidery, sampler, weaving, Linen band sampler embroidered in polychrome silk and silver metal thread in cross, Montenegrin cross, double running, satin, chain, crosslet, eyelet and trellis stitch and small metal thread bosses. Linen thread is worked in hem, counted satin, double running, eyelet, buttonhole, dot and stem stitch with buttonhole bars. There is also cut and drawn work with needle weaving and needlepoint lace filling stitches. All edges are hemmed.; Acquisition: bequeathed by Glaisher, J.W.L., Dr, 1928-12-07, Dr J.W.L. Glaisher [T.75-1928]
Description: Band sampler embroidered with polychrome silks, linen and silver metal thread in a wide variety of stitches. The design comprises five coloured bands and seventeen whitework bands and includes an inscription of a verse and initials.
