Hood
Name/Title
HoodEntry/Object ID
G2010.016Description
Entirely hand-stitched hood made of rose pink silk satin. Interlined with cotton batting; mostly quilted with parallel lines; lined with ivory figured silk. Long and deep fold-back rim with rounded ends; crown gathered onto it and into deep wadded bavolet. Self bow tie attached with straight pins in center back. Light pink picot edged ribbon ties stitched in place.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionCategory
Headwear, Adult, Female
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
HatClothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Fabric
Silk, SatinLining
Cotton, SilkColor
PinkMade/Created
Date made
1845 - 1860Ethnography
Culture/Tribe
American