Geometric Spot Patterns with a Bird and a Squirrel
A. S. (fl.1657)
Category
Textiles
Date
1657
Materials
Textile
Measurements
255 x 215 mm
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Montacute House, Somerset
NT 597677
Summary
Sampler, dated 1657. Linen embroidered with coloured silks, silver and silver-gilt thread and spangles using cross, rococo, eyelet, chain, open chain, raised plaited braid, Roumanian, and detached stitches with pulled work. Geometric spot patterns with a bird and a squirrel. Initials 'AS'. Edges not visible. Photo copyright NTPL/Richard Pike
Provenance
The collection of Dr Douglas Goodhart.
Marks and inscriptions
AS
Makers and roles
A. S. (fl.1657), embroiderer