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Dec 8, 2009
Dec 8, 2009
Man's Nightcap
Man's Nightcap
late 1500s
Silk, silver thread, plaited braiding, linen; embroidery: chain and buttonhole stitches
Overall: 16.9 x 18 x 18 cm (6 5/8 x 7 1/16 x 7 1/16 in.)
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund 1950.352
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Description
This luxurious man’s nightcap is densely
embroidered with rich scrolling vines bearing
stylized flowers and leaves. The crown is cut in
quarters but is still in one piece; the seams are
concealed with plaited braid work. The turned-up brim is decorated with silver bobbin lace edging
and spangles, or polished metal discs.
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