This incredible embroidered silk nightcap was worn by an Englishman in the middle of the 16th century. According to the Smithsonian’s Object A Day blog, it was worn at home informally, but not to bed. What a spectacular thing.
Incredible Embroidered Silk Nightcap
March 5, 2014
By Jesse Thorn
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