cap

Artist Mary Rice Wheeler 1824 - 1909

Dateca. 1860

Terms

Caps
Linen

Dimensions22.86 × 54.61 cm (9 × 21 1/2 in.)

MarkingsInked on cap: "Mary R. Wheeler" (Mrs. Edwin). Label on file: "Belonged to Father & Mother & perhaps others - M.W." Label on file: "8 night-caps belonging to Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Wheeler and perhaps others."

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Leslie O. Anderson

Object numberCOS82.60

DescriptionWoman's cap made from white linen and trimmed with crochet work. Other than this decorative trim, the cap is relatively simple and unadorned. The cap is gathered in the back around the neck. Two white strings hang down to tie under the chin.

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