Cap crown
Unknown Artist
19th century
Medium
Wool on linen
Dimensions
L. 7 x W. 7 inches (17.8 x 17.8 cm)
Classification
Textiles-Embroidered
Culture
Romanian
Department
European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Administration Fund, 1921
Accession Number
21.194.13
Art Historical Context
Nestled in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's European Sculpture and Decorative Arts, this *Cap Crown* is a 19th-century treasure from Romanian culture. Measuring a modest 7 x 7 inches (17.8 x 17.8 cm), it was crafted by an unknown artist wool embroidered on linen—a technique that showcases the meticulous handiwork of traditional folk artisans. Acquired in 1921 through the Administration Fund, it the intricate textiles that bridged everyday wear and ornamental beauty. In 19th-century Romania, cap crowns formed essential elements of regional costumes, often crowning women's headwear for festival...