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Cap
Clothing/Dress/Costume
Entirely hand-stitched cap made of plain-weave white cotton. Twill tape ties. Drawstring at the center front outside. Horseshoe crown, deep brim, and piped seam. Slightly gathered self-frill around face. Probably a night cap.
G95.081
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Headwear
Infant
Historic Costume
Cap
Unisex
Cotton
cotton tape
White
circa 1825 - circa 1880