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Sampler: T.107-1928

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Maker: Lise, Ann

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Description

Band sampler, linen, embroidered with polychrome silks in cross, eyelet hole, double running and satin stitch. The sampler comprises 16 horizontal bands; the top 15 contains repeat border patterns and the bottom band has the inscription 'Ann Wise 1710' and the initials "I W"

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Dr J.W.L. Glaisher Bequest

Measurements and weight

Length: 99 cm
Width: 21.2 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1928-12-07) by Glaisher, J. W. L., Dr

Dating

18th Century
Production date: AD 1710 : Queen Anne

Materials used in production

polychrome Silk
unbleached Linen

Techniques used in production

Weaving : Band sampler, linen, embroidered with polychrome silks in cross, eyelet hole, Holbein and satin stitch
Embroidering

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Identification numbers

Accession number: T.107-1928
Primary reference Number: 110653
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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 12 September 2023 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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