Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Biretta |
Date |
1940s-1950s |
Other Name |
Episcopal Biretta |
Description |
Circular base forming into a square flattened top covered in black velvet with three rounded peaks and a black corded seam over there the fourth peak would be. Cording also runs along top seam of peaks. Attached to center point of top were the three peaks meet is a black string tassel with a black string knitted sphere above tassel top. Top of tassel has a black pom-pom. Inside lined with a brown leather headband marked "Real Russia". Red and white rosette sticker on headband reads, "7 1/3" number faded. Inside lining is a red silk or satin. |
Collection |
Adams Museum Collection |
Catalog Number |
ART.097.079.001 |
Material |
Velvet/Silk/Satin/Dyes/Paper |
People |
Ferguson, L. R. S. Ferguson, Rev. L.R.S. |
Search Terms |
St. John's Episcopal Church Religion Churches Hats & Accessories 1940s 1950s |