Man's hat
Early 18th century
Multicolor silk damask brocade, metallic lace, and cording
Museum purchase
Object number2007.30.1
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.
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 cordExhibitions