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Bonnet

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Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1837-1839

GUSN

GUSN-27573

Description

Tan straw, plaited (braided); wide, slightly angled brim; round crown; straw neck "ruffle" is badly curled. Flower pot shape.

Details

Descriptive Terms

bonnets (hats)
headgear
braiding
stitching
straw (plant material)
Hat
Bonnet
Women's clothing
Straw
Braided
Hand Stitched
Bonnet

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Ellen A. Robbins Stone

Accession Number

1917.752

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