Child's cap
Category
Costume
Date
1939 - 1945
Materials
Wool and thread
Measurements
215 mm (diameter)
Collection
National Trust Museum of Childhood (Accredited Museum)
On show at
Not on show
NT 660813
Summary
A child's brown wool cap, the brim of which is divided into three 'U' shapes. It has a sewn line decoration following the edge of the brim in parallel lines. The main part of the cap is plain. At the back is a thin strap which is sewn onto the cap with a press stud. The lining is cream with embroidered flower patterns. A utility mark label is sewn onto the lining. and the name 'Mrs Chadwick'.
Provenance
Donated to the Museum of Childhood by Mrs P. M. Chadwick in September 1984.
Marks and inscriptions
Utility label on inside: "CC 41 / X209G CP"