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France, probably Lyon

Salesman's Sample (Waistcoat Pocket)

1780/90
Silk, warp-float faced satin weave; embroidered with silk floss and silk cord in outline, satin, padded satin and stem stitches; couching and French knots; medallions executed with perforations imitating lace
18.8 × 26 cm (7.4 × 10.2 in)

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