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Amish sampler with lettering and motifs

Barbara Beiler

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Beige fabric with fringe on top. Three horizontal rows of letters in various colors, including blue, green and red. Four horizontal rows of various motifs, predominantly in blue, green, beige, and red. Below, six rows of 5-6 motifs each. Motifs include flowers, leaves, birds, hearts, and abstract designs.

Artwork Details

Date
early 19th century
Medium
Silk and linen embroidery on linen
Culture
American
Dimensions
455 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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