Garment

Woman's work bonnet

Woman's cotton work bonnet. Single ply Z spun cotton, dyed with butternut or walnut hulls, woven in pinstripe. All hand stitched. Cap area lined with solid cotton. Ruffle of same fabric on face-edge. Drawstring at base of cap area of cotton cord Chin ties of same cotton fabric.

Hand sewn patch of same material on neck edge.

Year (or year range)
1830-1850
Approximate era
1801-1850

Woman's skirt

Woman's skirt; black crepe lined with black taffeta. Three bands of black ribbon decorative edging along hem line. Inside of hem lined with black velvet ribbon. Waist shows signs of alteration.

Year (or year range)
1900
Approximate era
1901-1925