Sampler 1840

"Sampler" (1840) by Mary Elizabeth Morse is a hand-stitched sampler, a traditional form of needlework instruction and practice, showcasing the alphabet, numbers, and a short passage of text. This sampler, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, demonstrates the skill of young girls in the 19th century through intricate needlework, displaying a visually engaging combination of colorful letters and text.