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Infant's cap

American
18th century
Object Place: USA

Medium/Technique Linen with packed thread quilting and linen tape
Dimensions 13.5 x 15.8 cm (5 5/16 x 6 1/4 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Edward Jackson Holmes
Accession Number54.1337
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ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionInfant's quilted white linen cap, made in three pieces seamed together, with seam edges and outer edge of cap bound with fine white linen bias fold, stylized design of full blown blossoms, and smaller lily-like flowers, quilted in back stitch and running stitch, with surface, wool fleece stuffing to shite linen backing; a number of brown stains, design corded.