Portuguese (Madeiran) · fourth quarter 19th century
Costume & Textilesfourth quarter 19th centuryCap is a costume institute of Portuguese (Madeiran) origin created in fourth quarter 19th century using wool — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | wool |
| 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 |
| Date | fourth quarter 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Portuguese (Madeiran) culture. The estimated date range is 1876 – 1899.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cap?
Cap is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cap created?
Cap dates to fourth quarter 19th century.
What material is Cap made from?
Cap is crafted from wool.
Is Cap in the public domain?
Cap is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026