Sampler

Esther Martindale

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a cross-stitch sampler pattern featuring a symmetrical arrangement. It includes a central flowering plant with a red blossom, two stylized birds on each side, and a geometric shape resembling a house or cage with a cross-like structure. The plant emerges from an ornate vase at the bottom center. Various smaller floral motifs surround the plant, enhancing the overall design. The pattern is showcased on a fabric-like background, emphasizing the textured appearance of embroidery.