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Cap (Baby's cap)
1800-1820
Description
A baby cap, made of cotton and linen and heavily embroidered with a floral motif executed in satin stitch and French knots. The other embroidered pattern contains satin stitch dots and flowerettes created with French knots placed around eyelets. The crown of the cap has been extended with an additional panel of fabric. Cap secures with drawstrings at the nape of the neck and the forehead.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Philadelphia; Pennsylvania; Philadelphia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
- Cotton
Museum Object Number
1976.0254
Credit Line/Donor
Museum purchase
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Object Number
1976.0254
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
- Cotton
Dimensions (inches)
7 (H) x 8 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
18 (H) x 20 (W)
Measurement Notes
Brim is extended with a panel of organdy.