Artist: Unidentified; Date(s): 1683; Classification(s): embroidery, sampler, weaving, Linen band sampler embroidered with polychrome silks and wool in cross, Montenegrin cross, crosslet, double running, trellis, satin, stem and Algerian eye stitch with some speckling. There are plain selvedges at both top and bottom and the sides are hemmed.; Acquisition: bequeathed by Glaisher, J.W.L., Dr, 1928-12-07, Dr J.W.L. Glaisher Bequest [T.68-1928]
Description: Band sampler linen, worked in a variety of stitches, depicting horizontal repeating floral border motifs, small all-over designs and detached motifs of animals.
