Cap
Date1600-1750
OriginEngland
DimensionsForehead over crown to nape of neck: 8 1/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1985-141
DescriptionBaby cap of white linen. Slightly rounded over ears. The cap back is seamed up center back and has a semicircular top, formed by darts at the crown. A cord in a casing ties at center back neck.MarkingsTag pinned to cap: "Baby Cap A. 7/Oliver Cromwell
ProvenanceCap thought to have association with Oliver Cromwell.