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Infant's Cap
Infant's Cap

Infant's Cap

Clothing MakerMade by Unknown
Dateabout 1890-1910
MediumMachine-stitched linen and cotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 6 3/4 x 5 7/8in. (17.1 x 14.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Virginia Bauer
DescriptionFine, lightweight, plain-woven linen infant cap. The cap is decorated with rows of faggoting, pintucks, and a central row of white cotton embroidery in a zig-zag pattern. The crown is round and edged with lace. The crown is decorated with the same pintucking and embroidery. The neck edge is trimmed with narrow lace. The face edge is smooth.
Object number2001.110.10
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