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4 Caps, 1 Hat, 1 Turban
Fashion plate depicting six articles of headwear. Top left is a frilly lingerie cap with mauve flowers. Top right is a day cap with a lattice-pattern on the crown and trimmed in frills, white ribbon, and pink flowers. Center left is a wide-brimmed blue hat with lace along the brim and an elaborate spray of large white plumes coming from the band. Center right is a red turban with gold trim. Bottom left is a day cap with a tri-colored red, white, and yellow ribbon. Bottom right is a lingerie cap with pink flowers and pink trim.
2022.35.0472
Colored Engraving
Paper
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Fashion Plate
Historic Costume
circa 1828
19th Century
Early 19th Century
Old Number
2009.019.16