Sleeve Ruffle

Date1760-1775

MediumLinen; Linen Tape; Linen Threads (All Identified by Microscope)

DimensionsWidth: 11 3/4" graduatedto 4 3/4"; Length: 17"; Circumference of Linen Tape: 9"
Selvage Length approx. 31"
About 38 1/2 inches of fabric gathered into 9" band.

Credit LineGift of Titi Halle

Object number2007-51

DescriptionSingle white sleeve ruffle consisting of doubled semi-sheer linen ruffles, graduated in length from 4 ¾" to 11 ¾". Stitched to both edges of a folded plain-woven linen tape nine inches in circumference. Ruffle made of approximately 38 ½" of fabric, gathered into nine inches at the top. Very small hems and butted selvage seams. The ruffle is plain and unadorned with a minuscule hem line and stitching. Ruffle would be basted or pinned into the sleeve of a gown.