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2009 Record shot by L. Baumgarten. Cap.
Cap
2009 Record shot by L. Baumgarten. Cap.

Cap

Date1730-1750
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