Bonnet
Name/Title
BonnetEntry/Object ID
G2002.093Description
Light golden brown silk taffeta drawn bonnet. Tall crown with flange at top, wide brim at angle to crown. Disc of tarlatan inside top of crown. Ribs are fine but seem to be almost rubbery-perhabs fine splits of cane. Brim edge of strong wire. Self fabric forms certain or bavolet. Soft satin ribbon of similar hue attached at front base of crown, forming ties. May or may not be period.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1830 - 1840Notes
User Age: Adult Gender: FemaleEthnography
Culture/Tribe
American