Explore the CollectionBonnet

Measurements

48cm circ

Place of Origin

Czechoslovakia

Registration Number

2022-068

Donated/Purchased

Donated

Techniques

Appliqué,Cutwork,Eyelet Embroidery,Eyelet Stitch,Gold Work,Metal Thread Embroidery,Needle Lace,Satin Stitch,

Objects

Bonnets,Costume - Women - Headwear,

Physical Description

Ecru net bonnet or coif with gold work, needle lace, appliqué, eyelet embroidery and cutwork. Separated initials of "K" and "A" are worked on the band within the pattern of repeat swags of embroidered leaves. Other elements incorporated within the swags are stylised flowers and leaves. Some of the floral elements are appliquéd. The design on the band around the face is a repeat metal worked scallop-like circle with needle lace centres. The back has a central motif of stylised flowers surrounded by leaves and three other motifs made up of multiple circles. Satin stitch and eyelet stitch.