Bonnet
Name/Title
BonnetEntry/Object ID
G2003.026Description
Bonnet, shallow crown extending into brim, intended to sit on back of head; slight peak in front. Buckram base covered with black-checker-edged blue ribbon and bands of clear horsehair. Large black velvet ribbon bow with blue ribbon streamer added, on proper left side of head. Little rosettes of black lace centered with narrow black velvet ribbon bows spaced across top and back of bonnet on top of horsehair bands. Spray of red velvet flowers inside proper left; faced with blue ribbon. No label.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1855 - 1860Notes
User Age: Adult Gender: FemaleEthnography
Culture/Tribe
American