Name/Title

Cap, Dinner

Entry/Object ID

G87.228

Description

"Black net lappet cap decorated with narrow black tulle ruffles edged with two entwined purple ribbons. Joined or darted at center. Peaked front edge, concentration of ruffling around ears; 2” purple ribbon ties or streamers.It seems likely to have been worn in half-mourning, given the purple and black combination."

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1855

Notes

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

Ethnography

Culture/Tribe

American

Lexicon

Search Terms

Cap, Dinner, Mourning, Hat, Headwear, Woman, Lappet, Net, Tille, Streamer

Relationships

Related Events

Event

Mourning