Medieval embroidery

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an old piece of cloth with animals and plants on it

"Random Spot" sampler of isolated floral and animal motifs. This sampler is medium: silk embroidery on linen foundation technique: embroidered in tent stitch on plain weave foundation. Its dimensions are: H x W: 49.5 x 34.9cm (19 1/2 x 13 3/4in.). This sampler is from United Kingdom and dated "17th century".

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an old piece of cloth with various embroidered animals and flowers on it's side

Archaeology & Art on Instagram: "Sampler, silk embroidery on linen foundation, c. 17th century, England. The intricate piece features various animals, floral designs, and insects, reflecting the aesthetic preferences of the period.⁣ ⁣ In the 17th century, samplers were widely used as a way to teach and learn embroidery techniques, primarily among young girls in England. These works not only served as instructional aids but also as records of different stitches, patterns, and symbols…

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