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Cap

Art

Cotton net, entirely hand stitched. Seam down top center with needlerun lace insertion, ending in point of gathers from sides of cap. Smooth fitting. Back has doubled net frill about 1” long; front has 1.5” net frill applied in little box pleats, edged with 1/4” bobbin lace. White silk gauze ties, about 8” long. Little silk gauze knot at back of head

G95.080

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1835 - 1840

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

hand stitched

lace insertion

frill

hat

cap

mourning

Mourning

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