Bonnet

Object number
FIC.2014.139
Date
circa 1790
Description
Green silk calash similar to D241 with bow appliqued to the back. A ruffle of the same green silk fabric is sewn to the front opening of the calash. The interior lining is reinforced with crinoline fabric between the rib divided sections. The rib divided sections closest to the wearers face feature an olive colored damask fabric as opposed to crinoline.