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Infant's cap
English
18th century
Medium/Technique
Linen plain weave, Hollie Point stitches, and linen bobbin lace trim
Dimensions
15 x 15.5 cm (5 7/8 x 6 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Susan Minet
Accession Number24.442
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CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionMade of fine linen with an oval medallion in the middle of the back of Hollie point. This medallion is made up of narrow strips sewed together each with a design of a flowering plant. A narrow strip of Hollie point crosses the band around the face, and the two narrow ruffles are edged with Valenciennes.