Women's bonnet. Trimmed with ruffles of coarse, off-white lace and shiny, pale pink straw (or chip). Underside of brim is pleated black velvet. Lining is white satin.
Collection
Germantown Historical Society Objects
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
Hat
Clothing Sex
Female
Textile Details
Material
Lace, Straw, Chip, Velvet, Satin
Lining
Satin
Color
Cream, Yellow, Pink, Black
Made/Created
Date made
1880 - 1890
Label/Inscription/Signature
Type
Cloth Label
Location
Front of hat
Transcription
'Elias Ford / Lillie's G _____ rd / 326 Fifth Ave'
Notes
Rectangle sewn on label with orange writing. Accession number covers part of label.
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall Hat Dimensions
Height
2-1/4 in
Diameter
7 in
Dimension Notes
Front to back diameter is 7 in; side to side diameter is 6.5 in. Crown is 3 1/2 in by 2 1/2 in.
