Cap
Date1750-1800
OriginAmerica, New York
MediumLinen; linen bobbin lace trim.
DimensionsOW: 12"; OD: 8"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1964-386
DescriptionChild's cap of fine white plain-woven linen edged with handmade linen bobbin lace. Cap is made with band around the face that curves over the ears and a gathered crown at the back. Fit is adjusted by drawstring at back. No lining.Construction History:
1. 1750-1800 Initial Construction
2. Date Unknown- 3 darned repairs on center back
3. Date Unknown- patched repair on lace around the front edge
Label TextThis child-sized cap is styled like women's everyday caps.
ProvenanceEx Coll: Glen-Sanders Family Collection from Scotia, New York.
ca. 1770
1850-1870
1750-1775
1785-1810
1750-1770; shortened later
1780-1790
1740-1760
1760-1810
1750-1770
1700-1750
1760-1770
1700-1760