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Cap (Baby's cap)
1800-1820
Description
A baby's cap made of plain weave linen. Constructed with a gusset in the center, this cap is mostly unadorned. A ruffle is attached to the bottom edge. Drawstrings adjust the fit at the forehead and nape of neck. Silk grosgrain ribbon tie at the bottom of the cap (one also missing). Origin in Philadelphia area.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Philadelphia; Pennsylvania; Philadelphia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
- Silk
Museum Object Number
1976.0247
Credit Line/Donor
Museum purchase
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Object Number
1976.0247
Object Name
Cap (Baby's cap)
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Philadelphia; Pennsylvania; Philadelphia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Date
1800-1820
Materials
- Linen
- Silk
Dimensions (inches)
5.7 (H) x 6 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
14.5 (H) x 14 (W)