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Christian Sampler
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| Accession #: | 1541.1 |
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| Title: | Christian Sampler |
| Object Type: | Sampler |
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| Physical Description: | Cross stitch titled "S Luke XXIII 4... This is the King of the Jews.." and dated "1800." The stitchery appears very old and the fabric is disintegrating in several areas. The thread appears to be primarily red, green and brown. The panel is divided with text on the left and a rendition of the crucifixion on the right. |
| Description: | Making an embroidered sampler was an important part of a girl's education during the 16th through 19th centuries. Originally, the ability to label household linens and clothing with embroidery was an essential skill at a time when all textiles were handwoven, and therefore very valuable. Samplers also provided an introduction to numerals and the alphabet, and they demonstrated a girl's ability to beautify her home with decorative objects. The practice declined during the mid-19th century, but girls continued to make embroidered samplers in some regions. |
| Category: | Textiles |
| Subjects/Topics/Concepts: |
Religious (Communication->Ceremonial); Decorative Arts (Decorative Arts)
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| Dimensions: |
Object H x W 12 x 10"
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| Materials/Techniques: |
embroidery (Technique)
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| Marks/Inscription: |
S Luke XXIII 4 ... This ... The KING ... The JEWS; The Cros Shall WEAR thE CROWN..
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| Credit Line: | Gift of Mr. & Mrs. John R. Cole, 1935 |
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