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Infant's cap
American
18th century
Object Place: United States
Medium/Technique
Linen with silk embroidery with Linen and cotton lace
Dimensions
16.2 x 15.5 cm (6 3/8 x 6 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Wendell Taber
Accession Number37.457
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CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionWhite cotton, loosely woven, made od two pieces joined in the middle by a narrow band of bobbin lace (mechlin type). On each side a single floral spray worked with white linen thread in coarse satin stitch and a little drawn work. Edged with narrow bobbin lace (mechlin type).