Sleeve Ruffle

Date1760-1785

MediumCotton with linen needlework.

DimensionsLength at deepest part of ruffle: 12"; Circumference around band: 11".

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1985-128,2

DescriptionOne of a pair of graduated sleeve ruffles, semi-sheer white cotton, needleworked with scattered white sprigs and edged with scrolling openwork flowers and leaves. Ruffles are gathered to double tabby linen tape. Stitches: chain, satin, drawn work, buttonhole.