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Sampler (Genealogical sampler)
Betsey S. McLaughlin
1830-1835
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Creator/Artist/Maker
Betsey S. McLaughlin (Maker)
Place of Origin
Scarborough; Maine; Cumberland; New England; United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
- Silk
- Wool
Museum Object Number
2014.0005
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Judy and John Herdeg
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Object Number
2014.0005
Object Name
Sampler (Genealogical sampler)
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Creator (Role)
Betsey S. McLaughlin (Maker)
Place of Origin
Scarborough; Maine; Cumberland; New England; United States; North America
Origin Notes
The maker lived in Scarborough, Cumberland County, Maine
Date
1830-1835
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: On sampler
Inscription: "Wrought by Betsey S / Mc Laughlin." (embroidered silk)
Type: Label
Location: sewn on fabric label, reverse
Inscription: "2014.5" (ink)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Linen
- Silk
- Wool
Techniques
- Embroidered
- Woven (plain)
Construction Description
Hand-embroidered
Dimensions (inches)
16.725 (W) x 18.875 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
42.481 (W) x 47.943 (L)