Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Bonnet |
Object ID # |
1987.50.2 |
Creator |
Maker Unknown |
Place of Origin |
probably Southeastern Pennsylvania |
Date |
1887 |
Material |
Cotton, Silk, Velvet |
Dimensions |
W-7.5 L-15.5 inches |
Description |
A ladies bonnet made out of brown velvet with an olive green silk satin rouched ribbon attached along the brim. There is an additional flounce made out the velvet at the top of the hat. All seams have self-piping and there is an additional silk bow attached at the back of the crown. A short 4.00" long skirt has been attached to the base of the crown. The inside of the crown is lined is lined in a brown cotton flannel. Was worn with wedding dress, object number 1987.50.1 ab |
Provenance |
Worn by Rosa Emma Moyer (1868-1954) on her January 1st, 1887 wedding day to Charles G. Ruth (1860-1914). Neither Rosa or Charles were members of the Mennonite Church when they married, which might indicate the fanciness of Rosa's dress choice. Eventually they joined the Line Lexington Mennonite Church. The bonnet was passed down to her son, the donor. |
Source |
Gift of Winfield M. Ruth |
People |
Ruth, Charles G., 1860-1914 Ruth, Rosa Emma Moyer, 1868-1954 |
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Collection |
Clothing-Accessories |