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Bonnet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black bonnet with a wide brim and a long tie, made of smooth fabric, possibly silk or cotton, featuring gathered and pleated details around the crown; the bonnet is displayed on a white mannequin head, set against a beige background.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
silk
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
441 × 625 px
Museum record:
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