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Cap
Art
Entirely hand stitched fine semi-sheer cotton, corded. Crown is round with spirally corded center disc, surounded by 2 rows of folded braid 'rikrak'. Decoratively spaced rows of cording, some being longer and curvier than others. Brim curves back towards ears. Small fine frill at back.
G90.209
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1800 - 1810
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
American
Bonnet
Hat
Woman
Hand Stitched
Chotton
Corded
Rikrak