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1855-1870
GUSN-53147
Bonnet made from white-colored cotton decorated with horizontal bands of cording. Construction details include a long neck ruffle and gathering at top. Fitted to neck with drawstring at back of head, closure with ties under chin, set on inside of bonnet.
sunbonnets
headgear
cotton (textile)
Hat
Bonnet
Women's clothing
Cotton
Hand Stitched
Bonnet
Unknown
1942.769
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