Entirely hand stitched sheer cotton. Flat frill in frint with extra one at ears. Stationary frill at back. Piped seam; insertion with lace beading at each side in brim top. Frills scalloped and embroiderd with eyelet flower sprays. Leafy floral vines on brim. One tie with straight linen braid
Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Made/Created
Date made
1845
Notes
User Age: Adult
Gender: Female
Ethnography
Culture/Tribe
American
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hand stitched, sheer cotton, lace beading, embroidered, lace insertion, frills, cap, hat