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Sampler

1798 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

The earliest samplers were reference works for embroiderers. They showed 'samples' of patterns and stitches and recorded how to achieve particular effects. In Europe in the 17th century samplers provided instruction and practice for girls learning needlework. This sampler was made in Denmark in 1798. The decoration includes ornamental alphabets and pairs of initials, probably of the maker's family. You can also see scenes from the Bible showing the Crucifixion and the Temptation of Adam and Eve.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Linen, embroidered with silk in cross, tent and satin stitch
Brief description
Linen sampler embroidered with silk; Danish; dated 1798.
Physical description
Embroidered sampler
Dimensions
  • Height: 38cm
  • Width: 35cm
Marks and inscriptions
'1798 AHH MKE' (and other initials) (Decoration; embroidering; silk; 1798)
Credit line
Given by Mrs Grove
Subjects depicted
Summary
The earliest samplers were reference works for embroiderers. They showed 'samples' of patterns and stitches and recorded how to achieve particular effects. In Europe in the 17th century samplers provided instruction and practice for girls learning needlework. This sampler was made in Denmark in 1798. The decoration includes ornamental alphabets and pairs of initials, probably of the maker's family. You can also see scenes from the Bible showing the Crucifixion and the Temptation of Adam and Eve.
Bibliographic reference
Browne, Clare and Jennifer Wearden, eds. Samplers from the Victoria and Albert Museum. London : V&A Publications, 1999. 144 p., ill. ISBN 1851773096.
Collection
Accession number
T.184-1921

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Record createdNovember 19, 2002
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