Costume and Textiles Man's Embroidered Cap Made in France, Europeor made in Italy, Europe Late 17th - early 18th century Artist/maker unknown, French or Italian Yellow silk faille with silk and metal-wrapped thread embroidery in satin and stem/outline stitches and French knots; metal-wrapped thread braid and tassel Currently not on view 1909-113 Gift of Mrs. William D. Frishmuth, 1909 |
LabelMen's practice of covering their heads indoors became even more common during the late seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, when fashionable men shaved their hair and wore wigs. Relaxing at home, a man might replace his coat with a loose gown and wear a cap like this gold embroidered one. It is constructed in a typical manner with four sections and a turned-up brim and the embroidery includes charming flowers, meandering arabesques, and flaming hearts. |
