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1661 Silkwork Band Sampler by M B

Mid 17thC, dated 1661. 17ins by 6.25ins wide. 1661 Silkwork Band Sampler by M B. Framed in an old wood frame with gilt slip and glass.

Mounted to conservator standards on acid free card with chipboard backing.

The sampler is worked in silk on linen ground, in a variety of stitches.

No border, divider lines in various patterns.

Colours pale blue, blue, light brown, cream and light green.

Alphabets A-Z in upper case.

Signed with initials 'M B' and dated 1661.

Consists of a variety of elaborately worked figural, floral and foliate bands.

CONDITION: Good. No holes.

One dark speck, and some patchy staining along the side edges.

Minor stitch losses to the alphabet, bands and divider lines.

Colours are slightly faded, but still well defined. The silks bright and glossy.

No colour run.

Stretching is slightly uneven.

Frame in very good condition, ready to hang.

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