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Cap
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White sheer cotton cap; 'shadow' applique entirely hand stitched; appliqued layers create shadowy floral vine; back-stitched in linen or silk; edged with machine lace; ruffle cut in one piece with deep brim with long chin points, gathered most near ear. Ties have 3 narrow tucks across ends.
G86.236
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1845
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
American
Cap
Hat
Headwear
Woman
Cotton
Hand stitched
Applique
Vine
Flower
Linen
Silk
Machine lace
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