Cap
Name/Title
CapEntry/Object ID
G96.110Description
Fine sheer cotton infant cap, entirely hand stitched. One piece around front and sides, joined at center back with sort of self insertion. Crown is a small circle. Embroidered in white cotton satin stitch with a leafy vine around head, ‘berries’ are varying sized eyelets; crown is divided by satin stitch borders into quarters, centered with leaflets. Tiny dots fill the ground. Plied cotton drawstrings tie at center front and center back. Quite small.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionCategory
Infant, Headwear
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
CapClothing Sex
UnisexTextile Details
Fabric
CottonMaterial
CottonColor
WhiteSewing Stitch Type
Satin StitchMade/Created
Date made
1825Notes
User Age: Infant Gender: NeutralEthnography
Culture/Tribe
American