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Infant's cap
American
late 18th–early 19th century
Object Place: United States
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave with cotton embroidery and linen bobbin lace insertion
Dimensions
16.1 x 16 cm (6 5/16 x 6 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Henry K. Metcalf
Accession Number45.785
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CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionInfant's sheer white linen cap. Band of bobbin lace insertion running from center front to center back, minute floral spray embroidered with white linen thread in oriental, chain and drawnwork stitches; on each side, sheer white linen ruffle on face and neck edges.