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Maker
Unknown
Date made
ca. 1785
Origin
Mexico
Stitches
Cross, Satin, Stem.
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Embroidery Thread
Silk
Predominent Motif
Sampler is divided into three sections. At the top, facing to the R is a large display with various birds and floral displays. The lower part of this section has rows of open work patterns. The center section has 7 large squares and 5 long and narrow with various patterns. The bottom third section is stitched from three sides featuring animals, birds, flowers, an eight pointed star, a sun and various flower motifs.
Inscription
There is an inscription on the L margin of the motif section, but is not discernible. //
Length Without Frame
39"
Width Without Frame
24"
Historical Owner
M.82.105.2 Costume Council Fund
Owner
Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Los Angeles, CA
Owner Private
Los Angeles County Museum of Art