bonnet
Summary
Split straw plait. Sewn spirally from centre of crown, extending continuously to outer edge. Front edge wired. Straw curtain at back neck covered with cream machine lace. Front trimmed with lace frill, ribbon and lace. Inner face frill of machine embroidered net added for display. Curtain encased in crepeline.
Object Name
bonnet
Date Created
1857-1860
Dimensions
Back to front:
Circumference round face: 58.4cm
accession number
1947.4319
Collection Group
Medium
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