Bonnet

Date1820-1830

MediumWhite cotton

DimensionsOL: 15"; Depth of brim: 6"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number2006-40

DescriptionWoman's white cotton bonnet having a deep curving brim stiffened with cord quilting radiating from front to back between bands consisting of rows of cord quilting.
The brim is sewn to a 2 1/4"-wide band encircling the head. Gathered to the band are a neck ruffle and high, full crown. A center-back inset of heavy cord quilting forms an inverted teardrop shape. The bonnet is hand sewn. Ties fasten it closed around the neck.ProvenanceFormerly in the collection of Tasha Tudor (1915-2008).