Border
19th century
Linen, plain weave; embroidered with linen yarns, pulled threadwork, embroidered in cable, cross, crossed back, variations of hem, interlocking lace, open buttonhole filling, overcast, pearl, satin, single faggot, and wave filling stitches; button-holed eyelets
12 × 214.1 cm (4.7 × 84.3 in)
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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026
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