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3 Hats in 2 Views, Including Pink Turban

Object/Artifact

Two views each of a pink turban with long arching plumes-- interesting because we see is is an elaborate drapery on a head band with 'struts' across the crown. Then a white bonnnet with lilacs and yellow ribbons, and a day cap with pink and yellow ribbons.

2022.35.0433

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Journal des Dames et des Modes

1828

1, Toque de crêpe. 2, Chapeau de crêpe du Magasin de Mme. Millet, Boulevart des Italiens, No. 20. 3, Bonnet de blonde du Magasin de Mme. Millet.

French

1. Toque of crepe. 2. Hat of crepe from the shop of Mme Millet, 20 Blvd des Italiens. 3. Cap of blonde lace from Mme Millet's shop.

1828. Costumes Parisiens. (2595)

Old Number

2008.064.13

Paper

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