The spirit of the source material is evident, but not obvious. The final product is an homage both to the skill of the modern maker and also to that of the original sampler and the woman who lovingly sewed every stitch. The same is true of the carpets inspired by the fined line pottery of Acoma Pueblo. See samples that follow:
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Inspiration above:
Embroidered darning sampler, 1799, Netherlands, linen. Gift of Girard Foundation Collection, Museum of International Folk Art. Photo by Addison Doty.
Final product right:
Saque #1. One of seven carpets in the Common Threads collection, designed by Kyle Clarkson for Jan Kath.