Black straw and horsehair bonnet

Date

• 1870-1879

Summary

• A black straw bonnet covered with black silk taffeta and bows with a 2" rim of ruched braided horsehair and a slightly raised crown. The back has a u-shaped center with a black velvet bow on the sides. The front side has a forest green velvet bow and black rhinestones. There are velvet stringers to tie under the chin and black silk lining. Milwaukee.