Medium size cap, entirely hand stitched cotton [microscope identified], embroidered in linen [microscope indentified] satin stitches and eyelets, stylized blossom motifs, vine border. Small round crown, chin points. Fine plied cord drawstrings in center front and center back. One remaining loop for ribbon. Edge finished with narrow frill edged with knit cotton lace.
Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Category
Accessory, Child, Female
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
Cap
Clothing Sex
Female
Textile Details
Fabric
Cotton, Linen
Color
White
Made/Created
Date made
1825 - 1840
Notes
User Age: Infant
Gender: Neutral
Ethnography
Culture/Tribe
American
Lexicon
Search Terms
hat, headwear, cap, baby, infant, hand stitched, cotton, ebroidered, embroidery, satin stitch, eyelet, blossom, vine, lace