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Bonnet
Object/Artifact
One black bonnet with rosette-like bow on the front and single bow on the back. Long streamer-like ribbons descend from the back bow. The body of the bonnet is pleated and folded. The brim is held in place by wire. The inner crown is lined with silk and some of the stiffening is visible.
2002.067.2
1840 - 1860
Date: 1840-1860
Clothing, Women
10 in
7-1/2 in
6 in
1
Fabric
Silk
2002.067.1