Artist: Lawle, Anne, maker; Date(s): possibly 1655 - possibly 1665; Classification(s): embroidery, sampler, weaving, Linen pictorial band sampler embroidered with polychrome silks in cross, Montenegrin cross, double running, satin, split, trellis and detached buttonhole stitch. Linen thread is worked in the hem and double running, counted satin and eye stitch with needle weaving, and drawn and cutwork with needle lace filling stitches make up the top band of the sampler. Three edges are hemmed and there is a selvedge at the top.; Acquisition: bequeathed by Glaisher, J.W.L., Dr, 1928-12-07, Dr J.W.L. Glaisher Bequest [T.15-1928]
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