Name/Title
HoodEntry/Object ID
G2001.086Description
Hand-stitched cotton velveteen printed with stripes of ivory, black and olive (now a little faded) having paisley motifs in red and orange. Deep brim extending below cheeks, round crown and short bavolet. Black silk piped edges and seams. Lined with cotton printed with narrow solid and figured stripes in brown, ochre and red. Bavolet lined with off white silk (ribbon) with checkered pattern, probably the same used for ties. The circle has a bit of multicolored basketry to reinforce it, and a repair layer of cardboard.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionCategory
Accessory
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
HatTextile Details
Fabric
CottonLining
CottonColor
Brown, MultiMade/Created
Date made
1840 - 1850Notes
User Age: Adult
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Search Terms
Hood, Printed Velvet Hood, Hand-stitched, Cotton velveteen, paisley motifs, bavolet, multicolord basketry, deep brim, round crown