Artist: Unidentified; Date(s): circa 1675; Classification(s): embroidery, sampler, weaving, Band sampler, linen, embroidered with polychrome silks and silver metal threads in cross, double back, double running, satin and needle lace filling stitches; Acquisition: bequeathed by Glaisher, J.W.L., Dr, 1928-12-07, Dr J.W.L. Glaisher Bequest [T.60-1928]
Description: Band sampler, linen, embroidered with polychrome silks and silver metal threads in cross, double back, double running, satin and needle lace filling stitches. The sampler comprises 11 horizontal bands include repeat border patterns, an alphabet, 'boxers' and the initials 'EG EG SG IW'.