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Rebecca Carter, “Rebecca Carter Sampler”, Providence, Rhode Island, United States, 1788, Silk, …
Sampler
Rebecca Carter, “Rebecca Carter Sampler”, Providence, Rhode Island, United States, 1788, Silk, …
Rebecca Carter, “Rebecca Carter Sampler”, Providence, Rhode Island, United States, 1788, Silk, metallic thread, and human hair on linen, 19 1/4 × 13 1/2 in., Collection of the American Folk Art Museum, Gift of Ralph Esmerian, 2013.1.47. Photo by Adam Reich.
Record Details

Sampler

Artist ((1778–1837))
Artist ((1770–1798))
Place createdNewport, Rhode Island, United States
Place createdProvidence, Rhode Island, United States
Date1779–1788
MediumSilk, metallic thread, human hair on linen
Dimensions19 1/4 x 13 1/2 " (48.9 x 34.3 cm)
Frame: 21 x 15 3/4 " (53.3 x 40 cm)
Credit LineGift of Ralph Esmerian
Accession number2013.1.47
ClassificationTextiles
Photo CreditAdam Reich
CopyrightThe American Folk Art Museum believes this work to be in the public domain.
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