Object: Man's hat
Date: Early 18th century
Medium: Multicolor silk damask brocade, metallic lace, and cording
Country: France
Credit Line: Museum purchase
Object number: 2007.30.1
DescriptionMan's informal or undress cap in crimson red silk damask brocaded with stylized floral design in multicolor silk and metallic thread; constructed in curved wedge shaped quarters and turned up band with extended points forming a square; gold metallic lace and red / gold cord, silk tuft at peak; lined in green cotton, diamond quilted with red silk thread, interlined with cord
Label Text:This cap was worn as a form of casual dress and was intended to accompany a luxurious silk robe, a banyan, resulting in a fashionable dishabille that allowed the wearer to relax at home in a state of worldly opulence. Not surprisingly, exotic elements like bizarre silk and tassels were common.
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Exhibitions:
- Exoticism