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Antique Dutch 19th-century sewing sampler apron originates from the Mariaschool, showcasing a meticulous display of needlework skills. This rare textile piece features red embroidered alphabets, numerals, and the school name at the top, followed by various technical demonstrations including lace inserts, decorative hemstitching, buttonholes, and applied patches. The heavy linen or cotton ground serves as a canvas for a student's mastery of domestic arts, making it a significant historical document of Victorian-era vocational education for girls.
22in long x 10in wide
Original condition see the pictures for more details.
Material: Linen/Cotton
Technique: Hand Embroidery, Lace, Patchwork
Origin: Netherlands (Mariaschool)
Era: 19th Century
Color: Cream with Red Accents
Pattern: Alphabet/Sampler
Features: Buttonhole samples, lace trim, mending patches
Style: Folk Art / Width: 10"
• Length: 22"
Keywords: Antique Sampler, Dutch Folk Art, Mariaschool, 19th Century Textile, Needlework Study, Victorian Education, Sewing History, Embroidery Alphabet, Redwork, Museum Quality
