Boy's Bonnet
Original OwnerProbably originally owned by
Edwin H. Hyde
born 1845
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1845
MediumMachine-knitted wool, with lining of embroidered cotton and cotton lace
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 7 x 5in. (17.8 x 12.7cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of William L. Warren
DescriptionKnit fabric infant bonnet, in a hood shape, with a 1 1/2-inch-wide skirt around the neck; the face edge is turned back. The fabric is knit in an open-work design in red with a wide stripe of black with variegated blue and white yarns, chain-like stripes of blue/black variegated yarn, and a plain, narrow, black stripe. The fabric is gathered at the back to shape the crown. The interior of the bonnet is lined with an older whitework-embroidered baby cap. An edging of bobbin lace has been added. The bonnet ties with yarn made of a red yarn and a black yarn plied together. One red and black wool tassel, originally from the tie, is pinned to the bonnet.
Object number1990.116.4
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