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Sampler

Eva Wilson

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an embroidered sampler. The central section features text embroidered in different colors and fonts, framed by decorative borders. Surrounding the text are various decorative elements: floral motifs at the top and bottom, symmetrical trees and heart shapes on the sides. The lower section includes a small representation of a house flanked by stylized plants.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4073 × 4479 px
Public Domain
Yes
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