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Susanna Sisson

Sampler

Maker

Susanna Sisson (American, b. 1800)

Title

Sampler

Year

1811

Medium

  • silk,
  • linen

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

  • Silk,
  • linen

Materials

silk, linen

Dimensions

26.7 x 31.1 cm (10 1/2 x 12 1/4 inches)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Susanna Sisson Born May, 1800 And Made This in July 1811

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of Lois Anna Greene

Object Number

20.196

Type

  • Textiles

Exhibition History

These Golden Arts
Needlework by Women, 1688-1888
Jun 18, 1993 – Aug 14, 1993
Needlework
Feb 19, 1982 – Apr 25, 1982

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Susanna Sisson (American, b. 1800)
Sampler, 1811
silk; linen
26.7 x 31.1 cm (10 1/2 x 12 1/4 inches)
Gift of Lois Anna Greene 20.196

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