#159

Scalloped-Edge Bonnet of Broderie Anglaise with Mauve Ribbons
Live Auction

$450
sold
Description
3" inside head width. The bonnet medallion-back is richly encrusted with embroidered cutwork known as broderie anglaise,and there are two scalloped-edge brims of the same broderie anglaise,separated by yet another band of broderie anglaise that gives dimension to the brims. Four mauve silk taffeta bows decorate the foremost brim. The bonnet is lined. Circa 1875.