Unusual

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