#150

Fine Cotton Twill Bonnet with Embroidered Floral Medalliion
Live Auction

$350
sold
Description
4" inside head width. A tightly woven cotton twill forms a bonnet whose cap-back is trapunto-embroidered in a rich design of flowers and vines. An arrangement of 3 rows of tulle alternates with three rows of looped ribbons in a graduated width all around the face,and is surmounted by a very high wire-framed shirred crown that is decorated in front and behind with lavish ivory satin ribbons and bows. The bonnet is fully lined and has ivory streamers. Circa 1875.