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Sampler (Verse sampler)
Maria S. Mumford
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Creator/Artist/Maker
Maria S. Mumford (Maker)
Place of Origin
Providence; Rhode Island; United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
- Silk
Museum Object Number
2005.0019.005 A
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of David R. Ames in memory of Margaret A. and Robert S. Ames
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Complete Details
Object Number
2005.0019.005 A
Object Name
Sampler (Verse sampler)
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Creator (Role)
Maria S. Mumford (Maker)
Place of Origin
Providence; Rhode Island; United States; North America
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: Tied on tag
Inscription: "05.19.5 A / B- frame / L03.2729.5 [crossed out] / (lot 31)" (graphite)
Type: Inscription
Location: On the front
Inscription: "Maria S. Mumford / Wrought this Sampler / Aged nine years" (embroidered thread)
Type: Inscription
Location: On the front
Inscription: "Jenckes Street School / Providence October 1890" (embroidered thread)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Linen
- Silk
Techniques
- Embroidered
- Woven (plain)
- Cross stitched
Construction Description
Hand-embroidered
Dimensions (inches)
17.5 (W) x 16.5 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
44.45 (W) x 41.91 (L)
Measurement Notes
The measurements are of the area visible within the frame.