Cap Crown
1725/50
Medium
Linen, bobbin part lace of a type known as "Brussels" with Droschel mesh ground
Dimensions
23.2 × 25.6 cm (9 1/8 × 10 1/8 in.)
Classification
costume accessory
Department
Textiles
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
31369
Art Historical Context
Step into the refined world of 18th-century European fashion with this exquisite *Cap Crown*, a delicate lace trimming designed to adorn the crowns of women's caps around 1725–1750. Measuring just 23.2 × 25.6 cm, this small yet opulent accessory from the Art Institute of Chicago Textiles Department exemplifies the luxury of the Rococo era, when lace was a hallmark of wealth and status among the elite. Crafted from fine linen using bobbin lace techniques—a labor-intensive method where threads are twisted and plaited on bobbins—this piece is a prime example of "Brussels" lace, renowned for its ...
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...