Collection Highlights
Section of water pipe
1800-1840
X.47
Wood, iron
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Childs lace cap
Object name
Childs lace cap
Date
1800-1850
Medium
Linen
Dimensions
overall (flat): 6 7/8 x 6 5/8 x 1/8 in. ( 17.5 x 16.8 x 0.3 cm )
Description
White linen close-fitting baby bonnet made in two panels, the panel at the back of the head is handmade linen bobbin lace with cordonnet floral design, the panel that goes over the head from ear to ear is shirred onto the back and has hand embroidered floral whitework throughout, the edges are hemmed and encase drawstrings which cinch the bonnet snug.
Object Number
INV.11843
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
