Cap top
Unknown Artist
19th century (?)
Medium
Linen and silk
Dimensions
H. 5 5/8 x W. 6 1/8 inches (14.3 x 15.6 cm)
Classification
Textiles-Embroidered
Culture
Croatian
Department
European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Rogers Fund, 1921
Accession Number
21.124.14
Art Historical Context
This delicate **Cap Top**, crafted from linen and silk in 19th-century(?) Croatia, exemplifies the exquisite embroidery traditions of European folk art. Measuring just 5⅝ × 6⅛ inches (14.3 × 15.6 cm), this small, finely worked textile piece likely formed the crown of a traditional headwear item, showcasing the wearer's cultural pride through its intricate stitching. Acquired through the Rogers Fund in 1921 and housed in the Metropolitan Museum of's Department of European Sculpture and Decorative Arts, it highlights the museum's commitment to preserving everyday artistry. Croatian embroidery, ...