#78

Two French Woolen Caps as Candy Sacks
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$400
sold
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4" (10 cm.) diam. To fit doll about 20". Of fine wool with corded silk bands and leather brims,the inside lining of the caps reveals their original purpose as a candy sack,with drawstring tops,later to be used by a child for dressing their regimental dolls. In vivid colors of finest fabrics,the caps are in excellent condition,appearing never been used. French,circa 1885,rare.