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Rectangular Sampler
Rectangular Sampler
Rectangular Sampler

Rectangular Sampler

Maker
DateLate 19th Century (Date Unclear )
Object NameSampler
Mediumlinen and wool
ClassificationsTextiles
DimensionsOverall (Unframed and Unmounted Height x Width): 420 × 190mm
AcquisitionPresented in 1984.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006844
About MeThis linen cross stitch sampler was sewn by Margaret West aged 9 years.

The upper section comprises upper and lower case alphabets divided by narrow borders in a variety of designs.

The lower section comprises family initials and there are cups of tea or tankards of beer sewn on the centre right.
More About Me

Samplers were initially used to record and reference different stitch types, only later were they utilised as a way of learning how to sew.