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Sampler: T.15-2018

Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Sarah Locket

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Description

Unbleached linen embroidered with polychrome silks (very faded) in cross stitch.
25.5cm x 30.75cm
10" x 12 1/8"

Narrow framing border, four bands of geometric repeat patterns at the top, followed by bands containing an upper case alphabet, numerals 1-11, lower case alphabet and a sinuous repeat pattern.

The lower half of the sampler has a central rectagle containing the inscription "Sarah Locket/Aged 10/1807" and a small tree and pattern motif. The rectangle is surrounded traditional detached motifs, lions, flower basket, birds, sprigs etc

Measurements and weight

Height: 25 cm
Width: 30 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (2018-01-29) by Butcher, Mr & Mrs

Identification numbers

Accession number: T.15-2018
Primary reference Number: 225666
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Audit data

Created: Wednesday 14 November 2018 Updated: Monday 2 September 2019 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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