Historical information

Originally designated as a bride's cap, and part of the Coombs collection, the cap has since been identified as an infant's cap

Significance

Believed to be part of the Coombs collection, which was derived from early pioneers and land-owners in Studley Park, the silk and lace cap is a representative example of infants' clothing from the 19th century.

Physical description

Flat, cream-coloured silk and lace, lozenge-shaped baby’s cap (bonnet).