Artist: Ellis, Mary, maker; Date(s): 1689; Classification(s): embroidery, sampler, weaving, Band sampler, linen, embroidered with linen and polychrome silk threads in chain, cross, Holbein, satin and needle point stitch.; Acquisition: bequeathed by Glaisher, J.W.L., Dr, 1928-12-07, Dr J.W.L. Glaisher Bequest [T.79-1928]
Description: Band sampler, linen, embroidered with linen and polychrome silk threads in chain, cross, double running, satin and needle lace stitches. The sampler comprises 25 horizontal bands which feature alphabets, repeat border patterns and the inscription 'TWO ThINgS HAVE I Re/quiRed OF The DeNY M/e THeM Not BeFOre I/ DIe ReMOVe FAr FROM/ Me VANIty ANd LIes G/IVe Me Neither Povert/Y NOR Riches Feed Me/ With Food CONVeNIeNT F/OR Me/ LeASt I be FUL/L AND DeNY thee AN MArY ELLIS1689'.
