Cap
Date1730-1750
OriginEurope, Italy (probably)
MediumSilk and metallic threads on silk, silver lace, silk-wrapped vellum topknot, linen lining, unknown stiffening (possibly paper)
DimensionsHeight: 7"
Width (lying flat) 12 3/4"
Credit LineGift of Anonymous Donors
Object number1971-1382
DescriptionMan's cap of red ribbed silk, dome shaped, embroidered with polychrome floss silk and metallic cord. Crown is embroidered with a flower in shades of pink in each of four sections. The sections are defined by strips of galloon tape. The shaped edge of the cuff is embroidered in a stylized floral and vine motif and trimmed with metallic lace. A red silk and metallic pompon ornaments the top. Linen lining.ProvenanceEx Coll: Anonymous owners, Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen
Exhibition(s)
1825-1840
1700-1750
ca. 1700
Early 18th C.
1730-1750
1700-1730
1720-1750
1730 to 1750
1600-1650
1800-1840