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**Previously Listed At $100

Latin America, Mexico, 1893 CE. An original Mexican sampler, stitched with the name of its creator "Carmen Fuentes" as well as the year of its creation "1893," with five rows of colorful floral and heart-shaped motifs. Mexican samplers like this example oftentimes include fine crosstitch, herringbone, satin stitch, reverse satin stitch, fish bone, stem and feather stitches - reflecting a blending of cultures, the native visual and textile tradition as well European and American influences. Mounted in wood frame under glass. Size: 16.5" L x 12.25" W (41.9 cm x 31.1 cm)

According to Marion Oettinger, Jr. "The Spaniards brought many of their skills to Mexico after the Conquest, and their traditions, mixed with centuries of Moorish occupation, created a wealth of craft techniques easily transmitted to the highly skilled and artistic indigenous population. Young Mexican girls in convents were trained by devout Spanish nuns, who taught them all they knew about stitches, fabric making and design.

Provenance: Ex-Historia Antiques, James Caswell, Santa Monica, CA

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#118174

  • Condition: Sampler shows areas of discoloration and some loose threads. Small losses to wood laminate of frame, particularly at corners, however frame functions well.

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