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Cap (Baby's cap)
1800-1850
Description
A baby's cap made of cotton. Natural colored plain-weave cotton fabric embellished with embroidery in floral motifs and eyelets (edged in buttonhole embroidery stitches to resemble flowers). Pattern is executed in satin stitch, buttonhole stitch and French knots. A separate panel at the back of the cap is slightly gathered at the crown. Drawstrings at the forehead and nape of neck. Similar to cap 1969.4673.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Possibly United States; North America
Materials
- Cotton
Museum Object Number
1969.4672
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1969.4672
Object Name
Cap (Baby's cap)
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Possibly United States; North America
Date
1800-1850
Materials
- Cotton
Dimensions (inches)
6.5 (H) x 6.75 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
16.51 (H) x 17.145 (W)