Name/Title
Silk Embroidery Sampler, Female Figure, Flowers, Animals, c.1670Entry/Object ID
2008.1.1Description
The scene of central femail figure surrounded by floral wreath and various stylized flowers and animals; molded wood frame.Context
The beautiful and elegant central figure surrounded by colorful flowers and vines is enhanced by the inclusion of whimsical animals-- lion, leopard, rabbit, squirrel, and birds.Collection
ERS Sampler CollectionMade/Created
Date made
circa 1670Time Period
17th CenturyLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Tertiary Object Term
SamplerNomenclature Secondary Object Term
EmbroideryNomenclature Primary Object Term
NeedleworkNomenclature Class
ArtNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsGetty AAT
Hierarchy Name
EmbroideryConcept
silk (textile), samplers (embroidery)Dimensions
Dimension Description
SightHeight
12-1/4 inWidth
15 inDimension Description
FrameHeight
18 inWidth
20-3/4 inMaterial
Silk, Embroidery thread (silk)Color
Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, CreamCondition
Overall Condition
Very Good