Sleeve Ruffle

Date1760-1780

MediumCotton (Ground Fabric); Linen (Needlework); Linen (Bobbin Lace)

DimensionsLength: 18 1/2"; Width: 10 1/4"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1953-860,1

DescriptionShaped and graduated sleeve ruffle of semi-sheer white cotton tabby, gathered at top. Needleworked along border with white linen in designs of flowers and vines with drawnwork fillings. Small sprigs of leaves are interspersed over remaining ground fabric above border. Edge finished with 1/8" white bobbin lace.

Construction History:
1. 1760-1780: Initially constructed. No additions or alterations after the initial construction noted.
2. July 27, 1954: Cleaning, repairing, restoring by Ernest LoNano.
ProvenanceEx. Coll. James Frere, Bluemantle Pursuivant, College of Heralds, exhibited London Museum, Lancaster House.