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A. Allen
Map Sampler (England and Wales)1802

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Framed needlework sampler of a map of England and Wales on cream linen, with embroidered county names, a compass rose, and a floral oval border in muted thread colors

A. Allen, Map Sampler (England and Wales), 1802, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Gift of Christa von Gerkan, Photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Maker
A. Allen
England, active early 19th century
Title
Map Sampler (England and Wales)
Place Made
England
Date Made
1802
Medium
Wool plain weave with silk embroidery
Dimensions
Frame with hardware: 17 5/8 × 14 3/4 × 1 in. (44.77 × 37.47 × 2.54 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Christa von Gerkan
Accession Number
M.90.136.3
Classification
Textiles
Collecting Area
Costume and Textiles