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Bonnet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bonnet by Lilly Daché: Olive green hat with floral embellishments on a white mannequin head. The hat is made of a mesh-like material, possibly straw or fabric, and features a large flower on the side. The flower is light brown with a darker brown center. A long, dark green ribbon is tied under the mannequin's chin. The mannequin head is white and featureless, facing left. The background is a plain white surface.

Artwork details

Date:
1850–59
Medium:
cotton, wool
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
415 × 625 px
Museum record:
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