31.1_02
Type
sampler; spot motif sampler
Materials
linen, silk, metal, hand-stitched
Place
England (place of manufacture)
Description
Embroidered panel including royal ciphers 'ER' for Elizabeth Regina with a crown, Tudor-style rose and leaves and acorns; and 'CR', possibly for Carolus Rex, with a crown, Tudor-style red and white rose and traditional heraldic royal lion passant and unicorn supporters. Part of the Burrell Collection.
Category
HISTORY OF EDUCATION; TEXTILES
Measurements
overall: 520 mm x 336 mm
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