Collection Highlights
Framed leaves from Abraham Lincoln's bier
1865
Z.2603
Albumen photograph, plant material, ink, silk ribbon, wood gilding
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Child's lace cap
Object name
Child's lace cap
Date
1780-1840
Medium
cotton
Dimensions
overall (flat): 5 1/4 x 5 5/8 x 1/8 in. ( 13.3 x 14.3 x 0.3 cm )
Description
White muslin close-fitting baby bonnet constructed in two pieces, the horseshoe shaped back panel attaching to body of bonnet; drawn eyelet work detail at back panel and overall floral pad-stitched whitework on body; hemmed edges at neckline and face opening encase drawstrings cinching and tying at center front crown at at center back neckline.
Object Number
INV.11839
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
