November 9, 2007 - September 1, 2008 (new closing date)
Ground Floor Gallery
This exhibition examines the historical and contemporary use of sampling formats, in use since the 18th century. Highlights include sample books of wallcoverings; textiles, ribbons, and lace; transfer print plates with sample borders; wallcoverings; and drawings and prints showing design alternatives.
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Explore our museum floor plans before you go so you can make the most of your time when you arrive.
The Shop at Cooper-Hewitt offers products by a range of contemporary designers, from exclusive limited editions to tableware, jewelry, accessories and glassware. The Shop also sells items relating to the Museum's exhibitions and extensive permanent collections and boasts a wide selection of books on design, including many rare and hard to find titles.
