Name/Title

Hood

Entry/Object ID

G91.171

Description

Entirely hand stitched hood of green/rose plaid silk taffeta. Wadded. 2” interlined cape, rose/green silk brocade ribbon ties in front and bow in back. Back crown has piped edge, narrow unwadded row adjoining, which forms pleasing decorative effect. Frill around face. Lined with brown glazed cotton.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1845 - 1855

Notes

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

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