Elizabeth F. Bowne (American, died 1870). <em>Sampler</em>, 1828. Linen, 10 x 8 in. (25.4 x 20.3 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of the Monroe and Estelle Hewlett Collection, 52.93.28. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 52.93.28_PS9.jpg)

Sampler

Artist:Elizabeth F. Bowne

Medium: Linen

Dates:1828

Dimensions: 10 x 8 in. (25.4 x 20.3 cm)

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Accession Number: 52.93.28

Image: 52.93.28_PS9.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Sampler of undyed linen with polychrome embroidery. Floral bouquets and borders surrounding text: "CONSCIENCE / Conscience distasteful truths may tell / But mark her sacred lessons well / Whoever lives with her at strife / Loses his better friend for life / Elizabeth F Bowne / Flushing / 1828".

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