Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry
Sampler, 1855
This is a sampler worked by Emma Thornett, aged 11. It was completed on 9th August 1855. We have a sampler by Mary Thornett, who is probably Emma's sister.
SH.1971.12.3
Samplers were first made in the 1400s or 1500s as a way of remembering different types of stitches or patterns. Over time they evolved into pieces of work made by young girls, proving their knowledge and patience.
The Herbert has over 60 samplers in its collection. With volunteers from NADFAS we have recently completed a project to improve their storage and to make them more accessible. You can see some of the samplers on display at the Herbert in the History Gallery, Connected and in What's in Store.
Sampler, 1855
This is a sampler worked by Emma Thornett, aged 11. It was completed on 9th August 1855. We have a sampler by Mary Thornett, who is probably Emma's sister.
SH.1971.12.3
Samplers were first made in the 1400s or 1500s as a way of remembering different types of stitches or patterns. Over time they evolved into pieces of work made by young girls, proving their knowledge and patience.
The Herbert has over 60 samplers in its collection. With volunteers from NADFAS we have recently completed a project to improve their storage and to make them more accessible. You can see some of the samplers on display at the Herbert in the History Gallery, Connected and in What's in Store.