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Infant's cap

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White fabric bonnet with green floral embroidery and white lace trim. The bonnet has a rounded top with a gathered center. Two long ties made of the same white fabric hang from the sides. The green embroidery features a repeating pattern of small flowers and leaves. A horizontal band of lace separates the embroidery from the ties. The bonnet is titled "Infant's cap" and is by an unnamed artist.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
cotton with machined green ribbon, glass beads
Dimensions:
599 × 480 px
Museum record:
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