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Historic Costume | Fine and Decorative Arts

Welcome to our Online Collections Database! Below you will find a searchable database showcasing images and information regarding tens of thousands of items in our online collection. Search using search terms, key words, object names, or names of historical figures to locate specific items, or, peruse at random to enjoy the breadth of collections available for view.

As we continue to digitize collections at GCV&M, more objects will populate this new virtual resource. Please continue to check back, and reach out with any questions!

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Cap

Object/Artifact

Entirely hand stitched white cotton basket weave night cap; gathered at lower back with narrow ribbon (and strip of cotton); deep brim comes low on cheek, joined by a short bavolet; insertion at top right and left, of 1.5” band of little cartwheels, machine made; edging of machine lace; self ties.

G88.200

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1875 - 1900

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

American

Cap

Hat

Headwear

Female

Hand stitched

Cotton

Basket weave

Bavolet

Lace

Cotton

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