Sampler

Byron Dingman

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a decorative sampler. It features various motifs such as a house, trees, flowers, baskets, and birds within distinct sections. The upper section displays an embroidered alphabet. Below the alphabet, there is a yellow house with a staircase, surrounded by small red flowers and trees with detailed leaves and flowers. The middle part contains intricate floral and animal designs in vibrant colors on a light fabric background. The bottom features ornate floral elements and geometric patterns. The work is rendered with care and precision, showcasing a classic needlework style typical in 19th-century samplers.