White linen infant's cap constructed with a double ruffle around the face, an appliqued brim with scalloped edge and embroidered with dots; band of openwork inserted on top and center back; fullness gathered at back with pleats.
caps (headgear)
headgear
embroidering
linen (material)
Cap
Cap, Baby
Cap, Baby
Unknown
Gift of Mrs. Henry B. Spelman
1943.493
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