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Hanging sleeves

Scope note

Long loose sleeves with a slit through which the arm can emerge. Also, long false decorative sleeves attached to the back of the armhole. Worn by men, women, or children especially from the 15th through the 18th century.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000253738

Broader Terms used

sleeves

Term used for

sleeves, hanging

Equivalent Terms used

hanging sleeve

Created

13yrs ago

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