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Calash
Object/Artifact
Calash, light tan sheer wool blend 1800-1825 Hand stitched semi-sheer wool/silk blend [?], soft light tan. Cane hoops, “valleys” simply stitched to form creases. Self bow, self edged in center back, matching PW silk ribbon with coarsely pinked ends. Remains of a narrow matching ribbon on proper left, near forehead. No lining. Double kilted frill around front edge. Bavolet or cape.
G2002.086
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1800 - 1825
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
Hood
Calash
wool/silk blend
cane hoops
valleys
self-bow
bavolet
cape