Woman's Turban with Original Packaging
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Hazel E. Tryon
(1904 - 2003)
MillinerMade by
Rainbox
Dateabout 1960-1970
MediumMachine-stitched nylon knit
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (flexible, length x width): 11 1/2 x 9in. (29.2 x 22.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of the estate of Hazel E. Martino
Object number2003.27.19.1-.3
DescriptionWoman's nylon, complex knit, bouffant turban in light and dark shades of aqua. Center back seam with fabric gathered at center top of cap. Drawstring of narrow (1/4-inch) aqua ribbon is threaded through a casing at the botton of the cap. Construction appears to be a 22 x 11 3/4 inch rectangle, gathered lengthwise to the center, with a casing stitched along the opposite long edge for the drawstring.
Status
Not on view
