Linen embroidered sleeve. Most of the outer arm is embroidered in half cross stitch using red/pink silk. It is divided into four sections with a black woollen border. The embroidery finishes in two large points and a central panel. There are also two bands of diamonds worked alternately in metal strip and metal-wrapped thread. The cuff has a white, domed glass button on it.
[Textile]
sleeve; textile
Collection Information
These objects are only a part of our collections, of which there are more than 350,000 objects. This information comes from our collections database. Some of this is incomplete and there may be errors. This part of the website is also still under construction, so there may be some fields repeated or incorrectly formatted information.
The database retains language taken from historical documents to help research. Please note that some records may feature language and reflect systems of thinking that are outdated and offensive. The database also includes information on objects that are considered secret or sacred by some communities.
If you have any further information about objects in our collections, can suggest corrections to our information or if you see content requiring immediate action, please contact us: enquiry@horniman.ac.uk