Cap
Date1760-1810
OriginEurope, France
MediumCotton, linen, silk
DimensionsH. 6 1/4 '; W. 12"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1952-126
DescriptionWoman's cap constructed from white cotton embroidered with white linen in a floral design against a square mesh drawn-work ground. Stitches include buttonhole and chain.Trimming around face of handmade linen bobbin lace edging 1 1/2 inches wide. Adjustment drawstring run through a self-fabric casing at back. Cap is lined with peach-colored silk.Construction History:
1. 1760-1810: Initial Construction
2. December 22, 1953: Cleaning, repairing, restoring by Ernest LoNano for Margaret Hunter Shop.
ProvenanceEx. Coll. Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen, #269.
