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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