infant cap

DateEarly 1800s

Terms

Caps
Lace

Dimensions16.51 × 19.05 cm (6 1/2 × 7 1/2 in.)

Object numberCOS85.13

DescriptionBaby's cap made from ecru net lace, embroidered with stripes of flowered vines around the opening for the face, and tiny clusters of dots toward the crown of the head. The crown features a petaled circle with embroidered flowers inside. Ruffled lace trim around opening for face and under chin. Two blue-green faille ribbon strings for tying under chin.

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