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Infant's Cap

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1810-1820

GUSN

GUSN-29127

Description

Cream; front has applique section with scalloped edge; fullnes gathered at center back with cartridge pleats; band of lace inserted center back; fine ruffle around face and neck; one tie (other was removed at some point).

Details

Descriptive Terms

caps (headgear)
headgear
cotton (textile)
stitching
linen (material)
Cap
Cap

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Estate of Mrs. Jane N. Grew

Accession Number

1920.451

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