Hernandes, Benita

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Maker
Hernandes, Benita
Date made
Unknown
Origin
Mexico
Stitches
Drawn work, Whipped Bars, Aztec, Loop, Counted satin, Cross, Double running.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Cotton
Predominent Motif
1 alphabet: Sampler is divided into various sized rows of stitches varying from narrow to wide. No border.
Inscription
HECHO POR / BENITA HENANDES DIRI / GIDE POR DONA TECLITA R / AMIREZ / ( Done by Benita Hernandes directed by Mrs. Teclita Ramirez) //
Length Without Frame
19 3/4"
Width Without Frame
15"
Historical Owner
#1941-69-131 Bequest of Mrs. Henry E. Coe
Owner
Cooper Hewitt Museum, NY, NY
Owner Private
Cooper Hewitt Museum