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Bonnet
Clothing/Dress/Costume
Longhorn Bonnet, tunnel shaped, had original ribbon in place. Pale blue plaid with rib and scalloped edges. It is wrapped from back of neck to double ribbon on top. Two rows of slightly frilled ribbon spilt down the middle line inner brim. Bavolet. Buckram lining. Self-ties.
G2002.083
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Headwear
Adult, Female
Historic Costume
Bonnet
Female
Straw
buckram
1845
19th Century
American