Merklap van linnen. Het borduurwerk heeft een brede rand waarin een zigzag lijn is geborduurd. In de ontstane vakken is een bloem geborduurd. Binnen de ontstane rechthoek zijn bloemen en tekst geborduurd. De tekst bestaat uit twee Engelse versjes: SINCE ALL THE DOWNWARD TRACTS...AND REGULATE OUT WAYS en SINCE NONE CAN DOUBT...BE EV'RY WISH REFRIGN'D. Onderaan staat de tekst: MARY LANE ANNO DOM 1766. Tussen de teksten zijn bloemen en vogels geborduurd en de letters D L S L. 1766
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This sampler, titled "Merklap van linnen," was created by Mary Lane in 1766. The artwork is a traditional sampler, a type of embroidery that was often created by young women as a demonstration of their needlework skills. This sampler features floral motifs, birds, and two English verses, “Since all the downward tracts...and regulate out ways” and “Since none can doubt...be ev’ry wish refigrn’d,” all skillfully embroidered on linen. The piece is dated and signed by the artist, showcasing her accomplishment and personal expression through needlework. The delicate details and intricate stitching reflect the artistry and meticulous craftsmanship of the 18th century.
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