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1939

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Sleeve Ruffle

This is a Sleeve ruffle. It is dated early 19th century and we acquired it in 1939. Its medium is linen and its technique is bobbin lace, mechlin style. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. George Nichols. It is credited Gift of Mrs. George Nichols from the collection of her mother, Mrs. J.P. Morgan.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 9 × 66 cm (3 9/16 in. × 26 in.)

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Sleeve Ruffle; linen; H x W: 9 × 66 cm (3 9/16 in. × 26 in.); Gift of Mrs. George Nichols from the collection of her mother, Mrs. J.P. Morgan; 1939-66-23-c

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