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Cap

Date

1880-1890

GUSN

GUSN-52932

Description

Triangular lace cap with mesh base, wire molding, and red satin ribbon tied in a bow on top; ribbon is embroidered with yellow/gold-colored flowers.

Details

Descriptive Terms

headgear
lace (needlework)
silk (textile)
satin
embroidering
Cap
Cap

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Henry B. Spelman

Accession Number

1942.239

Date

1880-1890 (see provenance)

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