Ruffle
Date1770-1790
OriginEngland
MediumCotton (fabric, embroidery), Linen (embroidery)
DimensionsLength: 34" Width: 8 3/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1953-862,1
DescriptionSleeve ruffle of sheer cotton with one edge asymmetrically curved. Tambour embroidery with scattered sprigs and conventionalized flowers in openwork and buttonhole stitching; border of running vine with conventionalized flowers in varied openwork designs; scalloped edge with narrow lace edging.Construction History:
1. 1770-1790: Initial Construction
2. Pre-1953: The wider end of the upper edge of the ruffle was cut down and folded under with large stitches in a probably polyester thread
3. March 30, 1955: Cleaned, Repaired, Restored by Ernest LoNano.
ProvenanceEX Coll. James Frere, Bluemantle Pursuivant, College of Heralds,Exhibited London Museum, Lancaster House
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