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Bonnet
Art
Fine leghorn with deep brim angled slightly to deep crown; sides dip down; straw ‘bavolet.’ No lining. Wire around front edge. Original ribbon still attached in two twisted rows across bonnet with little bows at each ear. Ribbon bavolet. Only one tie remains. Ribbon is about 1.25” wide; white and [now] celadon green ombre with narrow borders of green and red florets.
G96.129
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1838 - 1842
Date: 1838 User Age: Adult Gender: Female
American
Bonnet
Female
Hat
Ribbon
Straw
Bavolet
New York
United States of America
North America
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