Possibly France

Sampler

19th century
Linen, plain weave; cutwork embroidered with cotton in overcast stitch; pulled threadwork embroidered with cotton in hem, interlocking and outline stitches; embroidered with silk in outline, satin and stem stitches; French knots; bobbin lace
42.8 × 73.5 cm (16.9 × 28.9 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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