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Sampler
Satin, embroidered with coloured silks in chain, stem, satin and long and short stitches. A map of England and Wales, with the counties outlined in different colours, the name of each being in black. The inscription 'A Map of England & Wales' is in the top right hand corner and a 'north point' is worked in the bottom left hand corner. The border is an oval floral wreath tied with ribbons.
Source: Guide to the Collection of Samplers & Embroideries (Cardiff: National Museum of Wales, 1939) by F. G. Payne.
Collection Area
Social & Cultural History
Item Number
36.351.27
Acquisition
Donation
Measurements
Height
(cm): 53
Width
(cm): 42
Techniques
hand embroidered
embroidery
Material
satin (silk)
silk (spun and twisted)
Location
In store
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