Cap

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fourth quarter 19th century · wool · Costume Institute

The carapuça, or pigtail cap was worn by Madeiran men and women in the 19th century. The shallow crown was often tilted jauntily to the side, adding personality to this unique and distinctive form.

Artist

Unknown

Date

fourth quarter 19th century

Medium

wool

Culture

Portuguese (Madeiran)

Department

Costume Institute

Credit line

Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Sally Hedden, 1945