Finest Ayrshire Whitework Bonnet is just covered with many of the sweetest most tiny flowers and fillings that you will be amazed to see !

C 1860 all beautifully hand worked with most EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY!

Circa 1860 all hand assembled and hand embroidered Ayrshire whitework. Bonnet totally embellished with whitework, showing ladder work, padded satin stiches and eyelet work along with superb needlelace fillings. This lovely back cap circle is entirely decorated with whitework, needlelace, fillings. This decoration surrounded with scalloped hand worked whitework and eyelet trim.

Measurements:  Outer edge from cheek to cheek --12"  neck edge --9"

This bonnet is in excellent condition,  no stains or damage and freshly laundered is sparkling white and ready for use.

A top quality early Ayrshire whitework bonnet , beautifully decorated, extremely sturdy and with the right care and conservation will serve many generations to come.

NOTE: This style of antique bonnet has thread drawn rows to make smaller in size if needed. Also no ties under neck are used. If these are preferred vintage ribbons to the buyer will be included at your request. 

A fine addition for the collector  and your special Angel Princess on her Christening Day.

SOLD ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS !

$ 499.00

SALE $399.00       SAVE $100