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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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