Name/Title

Bib

Entry/Object ID

G2003.186

Description

Small shield-shaped bib-like pad of 2 layers of linen diaper weave piped with 1820s or 1830s printed cotton. Top corners have neatly attached narrow linen tape ties, long with frayed edges. Same tape forms 1” loop at each side. The top tapes pass over shoulder, through loops and tie in back of Baby?

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1830 - 1840

Notes

User Age: Infant Gender: Neutral

Ethnography

Culture/Tribe

American

Lexicon

Search Terms

bib, infant, cotton