Explore the CollectionSampler

Measurements
33cm x 45cm
Place of Origin
South Australia
Historical Period/Date
20th Century (1930-1969 Mid)/1948
Registration Number
2007-015
Donated/Purchased
Donated
Techniques
Buttonhole Stitch,Chain Stitch,Stem Stitch,
Objects
Commemorative Textiles,Samplers,

Physical Description

Commemorative Royal Birth Sampler. Cream linen embroidered with heraldic animals and Commonwealth floral emblems. Central panel includes nominal inscription, commemorating the birth of HRH Prince Charles, 14 November 1948. Embroidered verse by Patience Strong and image of Buckingham Palace. Polychrome in stem, chain and buttonhole stitches.

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