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Cap

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Off-white lace cap with a short, rounded top portion and a long, curved piece extending from the bottom, featuring floral patterns and scalloped edges; the cap has a thick band with a seam down the center and a long, thin piece attached to the bottom, resembling a chin strap, with a plain gray background. Cap by unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
mid-19th century
Medium:
cotton
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
570 × 625 px
Museum record:
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