bonnet, child's

Child's bonnet made of fine white lawn and lace inserts. Embroidered elaborately between bands of tucks and drawn thread work. Lace frill around edge and one ribbon tie. Reputedly made by Emma, Lady Hamilton for Horatia.

Object Details

ID: TXT0311
Collection: Textiles
Type: bonnet, child's
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1801
People: Hamilton, Emma; Nelson, Horatia
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Fund.
Measurements: Overall: 218 x 165 mm