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13 Hats

Object/Artifact

13 hats and bonnets, many green.

2022.35.0290

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Journal des Dames et des Modes

1811

1, Casque de Velours. 2, Chapeaux de Satin, garnis en Pluche. 3, Toque de Satin et Velours. 4, Capotes de Velours. 5, Chapeau de Satin et Velours.

French

1. Helmet-style bonnet of velvet. 2. Hats of satin, trimmed with plush. 3. Toque of Satin and velvet. 4. Bonnets of velvet. 5. Hat of satin and velvet.

1811. Costumes Parisiens. (1114)

Old Number

2005.080.02

Paper

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