Name/Title

Cap

Entry/Object ID

G95.080

Description

Cotton net, entirely hand stitched. Seam down top center with needlerun lace insertion, ending in point of gathers from sides of cap. Smooth fitting. Back has doubled net frill about 1” long; front has 1.5” net frill applied in little box pleats, edged with 1/4” bobbin lace. White silk gauze ties, about 8” long. Little silk gauze knot at back of head

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1835 - 1840

Notes

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

Lexicon

Search Terms

hand stitched, lace insertion, frill, hat, cap, mourning

Relationships

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Event

Mourning