German samplers, with their numerous motifs, are a feast for the eyes. They contain many symbolic designs based on biblical stories and secular life. They include one or more alphabets in various forms, but verses are not found on these pieces.

Generally, spelled names were not found. This sampler from the Wuerttembergisches Landesmuseum, Stuttgart is more than 250 years old.

Next to surface filling you find four alphabets, stripes with geometrical and plant patterns, flowers in a vase, and a cartouche, which enclose the initals I S L. More striking are the symbolical crucifixion with the instruments of torture and of course the Sibmacher motifs.

Many thanks to the staff of the Wuerttembergisches Landesmuseum, Stuttgart, for sending us photos and their kind support.

You can give an order here. I would forward your order to Dorothee Kandzi, and she will send you the kit or the chart you wanted.