Women's Day Cap

Side View

Side View

Name/Title

Women's Day Cap

Description

Checked cotton cap with pleats and lace edging. Diamonds within the squares of the checked pattern. Gathered at back and base of neck. Two checked cotton ties. All hand sewn.

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume

Hat

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Material

Cotton

Color

White

Made/Created

Artist

Unknown

Date made

circa 1850

Time Period

Mid 19th Century

Place

* Untyped Place

Unknown

Label/Inscription/Signature

Type

None

Dimensions

Width

23.5 cm

Length

23 cm

Condition

Overall Condition

Poor

Condition Detail

Discoloration, Stains, Tear, Frayed / Fraying

Notes

Some dark stains and discoloration. One tie is frayed at the end. Small holes/tears on the cap.