#128

Ivory Silk Faille Bavolet Bonnet with Extravagant Lace Ruffle
Live Auction

$300
sold
Description
5" inside head width. Of soft ivory silk faille,the bonnet is formed by a fine wire frame and a richly detailed medallion at the back of the head. Pleated lace and silk ribbon loops frame the face and are framed,themselves,by an extravagant 4" ruffle of silk faille and lace. A 6" silk-edged bavolet protects the back neck,and the silk-lined bonnet is tied with ivory silk ribbons. Circa 1885.