Linen Plain Weave Collection

Sampler, Massachusetts, 1775/1800. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Massachusetts, 1775/1800

Sampler, United States, 1820s. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, United States, 1820s

Bedcover, United States, 1750/70. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover, United States, 1750/70

Sampler, Pennsylvania, 1795. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Pennsylvania, 1795

Tablecloth, Ukraine, c. 1860. Creator: Unknown
Tablecloth, Ukraine, c. 1860

Cover, Turkey, 17th century, Ottoman Dynasty (1299-1923). Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 17th century, Ottoman Dynasty (1299-1923)

Cover, Turkey, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 17th century

Fragment (Cover or Turban Cover), Turkey, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (Cover or Turban Cover), Turkey, 17th century

Bed Curtain and Valance, United States, 1750/1800. Creator: Unknown
Bed Curtain and Valance, United States, 1750/1800

Cover (possibly Turban Cover), Turkey, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover (possibly Turban Cover), Turkey, 18th century

Cover (possibly Turban Cover), Turkey, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover (possibly Turban Cover), Turkey, 18th century

Cover, Turkey, 1601/1875. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 1601/1875

Bedcover, Shropshire, late 17th/early 18th century. Creator: Jane Bolas Vaughan
Bedcover, Shropshire, late 17th/early 18th century

Pillow Cover, Sporades, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Pillow Cover, Sporades, 17th century

Panel, Germany, 1350/75. Creator: Unknown
Panel, Germany, 1350/75

Cushion Cover, Rhodes, 1700/1900. Creator: Unknown
Cushion Cover, Rhodes, 1700/1900

Carpet, Portugal, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Carpet, Portugal, 18th century

Cover, Greece, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Greece, 19th century

Cushion Cover, Skíros, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Cushion Cover, Skiros, 17th century

Sampler, México, 1825/75. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Mexico, 1825/75

Table Topper, United States, 1760. IMAGE QUALITY? Creator: Mary Toppin
Table Topper, United States, 1760

Pillow Cover, Skíros, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Pillow Cover, Skiros, 17th century

Sampler (copy), Germany, 19th century (copy). Creator: Unknown
Sampler (copy), Germany, 19th century (copy)

Sampler, Canada, 1838. Creator: Elizabeth Clarke
Sampler, Canada, 1838

Sampler, Denmark, 1814. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Denmark, 1814

Sampler, Denmark, 1801. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Denmark, 1801

Sampler, Spain, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Spain, 19th century

Sleeve, Czech Republic, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Sleeve, Czech Republic, 19th century

Sampler, México, 1825/75. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Mexico, 1825/75

Sampler, México, 1825/75. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Mexico, 1825/75

Sampler, México, 1825/75. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Mexico, 1825/75

Bedcover, Greece, 1700/1900. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover, Greece, 1700/1900

Sampler, Germany, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Germany, 17th century

Pillow Cover, Rhodes, 17th/18th century. Creator: Unknown
Pillow Cover, Rhodes, 17th/18th century

Sampler, Germany, 1713. Creator: Margrett Bem
Sampler, Germany, 1713

Mourning Sampler, Massachusetts, c. 1815. Creator: Unknown
Mourning Sampler, Massachusetts, c. 1815

Cushion Cover, Rhodes, 17th/18th century. Creator: Unknown
Cushion Cover, Rhodes, 17th/18th century

Picture (Needlepoint), Switzerland, 1616. Creator: Unknown
Picture (Needlepoint), Switzerland, 1616

Child's Skirt, México, mid-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Child's Skirt, Mexico, mid-19th century

Part of an Antependium (Depicting The Last Supper), Germany, 1300/10. Creator: Unknown
Part of an Antependium (Depicting The Last Supper), Germany, 1300/10

Myddelton Biddulph Armorial Medallion, Wales, c. 1846. Creator: AWN Pugin
Myddelton Biddulph Armorial Medallion, Wales, c. 1846

Myddelton Biddulph Armorial Medallion, Wales, c. 1846. Creator: AWN Pugin
Myddelton Biddulph Armorial Medallion, Wales, c. 1846

Cap, England, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Cap, England, 19th century

Altar Frontal, France, 1700 / 25. Creator: Unknown
Altar Frontal, France, 1700/25

Panel, France, c. 1780. Creator: Unknown
Panel, France, c. 1780

Border (From a Cover), Italy, Probably 1675 / 1700. Creator: Unknown
Border (From a Cover), Italy, Probably 1675/1700

Border (From a Cover), Southern Italy, Probably 1701 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Border (From a Cover), Southern Italy, Probably 1701/50

Hanging, England, 1899 / 1901. Creator: Unknown
Hanging, England, 1899/1901. Ships that pass in the night. Probably designed by the Haslemere Peasant Industries

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"Linen Plain Weave: A Timeless Tapestry of Craftsmanship and Mystery" Step into the world of linen plain weave, a captivating fabric that has adorned various artifacts throughout history. From Cap, England in the 19th century to Florence, Italy in the 1360s, this versatile textile has left its mark on countless creations. Intriguingly, many of these masterpieces bear no known creator. An Altar Frontal from France dating back to 1700/25 and a Panel from c. 1780 are just two examples shrouded in anonymity. These enigmatic pieces only add to their allure as they showcase the skill and creativity of unknown artisans. Traveling further through time and space, we encounter an exquisite Border from Italy (probably made between 1675-1700) and another from Southern Italy (likely crafted between 1701-50). Both exemplify the intricate beauty that can be achieved with linen plain weave. Moving closer to home, an enchanting Hanging originating from England during 1899/1901 captures our attention. Its delicate details tell stories untold while leaving us wondering about its anonymous maker's inspiration. Delving deeper into history reveals more hidden gems like a Part of a Valance hailing from Italy (possibly created between 1650-1700) or a Band from an Orphrey originating in Florence during the mesmerizing years of the 1360s. These fragments offer glimpses into bygone eras where skilled hands wove tales through threads. While some artifacts remain nameless mysteries, others provide insight into their creators' identities. Mary Bidgood's Sampler showcases her craftsmanship with precision dating back to England in 1651; Katherine Veren leaves her mark on another English Sampler dated at 1676.