Sleeve Collection (page 27)

Newly planted hedge, saplings protected with plastic sleeves, Beeston Castle, Tarporley, Cheshire, England, april

New Millenium woodland, young trees with plastic sleeves, planted on former meadowland, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham, Suffolk, England, november

Newly planted tree saplings protected with plastic sleeves, planted on riverbank habitat, River Hodder, Whitewell, Lancashire, England, january

Young trees protected with plastic sleeves, with Wild Daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus) flowering, Micklemere Nature Reserve, Pakenham, Suffolk, England, march

New Millenium woodland, saplings protected with plastic sleeves, planted on former meadowland, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham, Suffolk, England, october

New Millenium woodland, Guelder Rose (Viburnum opalus) and broadleaf tree saplings protected with plastic sleeves, planted on former meadowland, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham, Suffolk, England

New woodland in snow, young trees protected with plastic sleeves, Bacton, Suffolk, England, november

Molecular bearing sleeve. Computer model of part of the sleeve of a molecular bearing, an example of nanotechnology. Each of the coloured spheres represents a single atom

RENOIR: TWO GIRLS READING. Oil on canvas by Pierre Auguste Renois, 1890-91

Nursery, rhyme, The Queen of Hearts, Caldecott, 3 of 8
The Knave of Hearts, he stole those tarts

David Wright woman in cream coloured coat
Elegant woman with blonde hair, wearing a tight-waisted cream coloured coat. She is checking her lipstick in a hand-held mirror

Woman in a summer dress from Selfridge s
A woman poses in a summer dress with a parasol, in an advertisement for Selfridge s, the London store in which the sun never sets

Portrait of an army corporal, Mid Wales
Portrait of an army corporal in full uniform, posing for his photo in a garden, probably in Mid Wales. He wears a medal, and his cap

Andreas Gryphius
ANDREAS GRYPHIUS German writer

WOMEN & GIRL 1859-60
Vertical trimming is fashionable. The brown dress has a jacket body with long basques at the back & ornamented with black dots & a gathered trim

The New Darracq motor car engine
A unique (and unsuccessful) engine with a single rotating cylindrical sleeve to induct and remove gases. It should have been smooth and silent but was perhaps too wacky to succeed

1930S Ermine Coat
An unusual, yet typically 1930s coat with wide sleeve tops & flaring skirt in ermine. The diagonal cut gives added interest. This is apparently a summer coat!

Brunette with Beer
Smiling brunette model, wearing a white cap sleeve blouse with the collar turned up & a red & white chevron pattern cravat, holds up a half empty glass of beer

Costume / Red Shorts
Carefree fifties blonde, wearing a cap sleeve blouse & red shorts with side fastening, patch pockets & white over-stitching, leans against some railings

Geisha, maiko (trainee geisha) entertainment, Kyoto city, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Walking Dress 1807
White sleeveless pelisse with a split over cape that narrows to a point front & back. A long sleeve with a row of buttons is visible. Plus: gloves, parasol & hat

Costume June 1870
Dresses comprised of an under- skirt, upper-skirt with apron front & jacket bodice with basques deep enough to form an over-skirt. Girl: tunic with pointed hem & waistband

Fashions May 1868
White paletot with peplum points. Girl: habit shirt with a puff at the sleeve top, skirt with pyramid trim, tunic with peplum skirt ends. N.B use of broad ribbon trimmings

Velvet Dress 1933
A brown velvet dress with full short sleeves, a ruffled hem, diagonal wrap-over front with belt and white pin-tuck collar and sleeve detail. Designed by Jenny

Female Type / Sepia C1860
A dress in a horizontally striped fabric with front buttoning bodice, gigot sleeves, white cuffs & collar, a plain skirt, brooch & pendant on a long chain

Family Photo 1897
Womans dress: gored skirt, tight sleeve with puffed over- sleeve. Girls: yoked dresses with gathered bodices, tight sleeves with full gathered uppers, belts & laced boots

Two Piece Swimsuits 1876
Two swimmers in the two-piece short-sleeve bathing costume of the day. The short knickers are quite revealing compared with the long dresses of contemporary fashion

Flower Arranging 1929
A young woman, in her orientally inspired boudoir arranges Physalis / Chinese Lantern in a porcelain vase. Date: 1929

Roman Woman
Seated woman of classical Rome - note the buttoned sleeve and the open-toe sandals

Mens Vest and Drawers
Aertex half-sleeve vest and trunk drawers - this two-piece garment suit is priced from seven shillings and sixpence

Sketch of a London sergeant
Sketch of a London policeman (a sergeant)

NELSON (1758 - 1805)
HORATIO, Lord NELSON Showing his empty right sleeve

Walking Dress 1860
Black velvet mantle, green silk dress; blue silk dress with black & blue flounces, sleeves with puffings & black frills; Pardessus Medici with violet silk ruchings

Wedding Dress 1840
A young bride about to sign the register wears a dress with 3 lace edged flounces, pointed waist, bell shaped upper sleeves worn over a tightfitting under sleeve

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"Sleeve: A Fashion Statement Through the Ages" From the regal portraits of Elizabeth I to the vibrant laughter captured in Frans Hals' "The Laughing Cavalier, " sleeves have long been a symbol of style and status. In George Gower's depiction of Queen Elizabeth I, her elaborate sleeve showcases her power and authority as she ruled over England and Ireland in the late 16th century. Moving forward to the 17th century, Frans Hals immortalized his subjects with their fashionable attire, including intricately designed sleeves that added flair to their outfits. Whether it was for royalty or commoners, sleeves became an essential element in defining one's rank and identity. Not limited to clothing alone, sleeves also found their place in other realms. The Royal Navy used specific sleeve designs as a means to recognize different ranks among its officers. This system allowed sailors at sea to identify those in command swiftly. Beyond fashion and military insignia, sleeves have even made political statements throughout history. An anti-American capitalism poster depicted a clenched fist bursting through a torn sleeve—a powerful image representing resistance against economic oppression. Sleeves were not only reserved for humans but also adorned artwork from various cultures worldwide. Hans Holbein's portrait of Jane Seymour showcased her elegant dress with voluminous puffed-up sleeves—an iconic fashion trend during the Tudor era. In more recent times, United States Border Patrol agents proudly wear patches on their uniformed sleeves while guarding borders—a symbol of duty and protection. Looking back further into art history reveals Giovanni Antonio Boltraffio's "Portrait of a Youth" where delicate lace cuffs peek out from beneath his garment—showcasing how even subtle details like these could enhance an individual's appearance centuries ago. Traveling eastward brings us to Bihzad's depiction of dancing dervishes wearing flowing robes with wide-sleeved garments—a visual representation of spiritual devotion expressed through their graceful movements. Even in the realm of advertising, sleeves played a role.