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Head-dress of Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume
Headdress from Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume
Head-dress of Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume
Head-dress of Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume

Headdress from Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume

DateLate 19th century
Object NameHeaddress
Mediumlace and net
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsHeight: 25cm
Width: 57cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006085
About MeLilac silk Bolivian national dress comprising dress with decorated fitted bodice with cream lace and net head-dress stiffened with wire.

The outfit is an example of how elaborate fancy dress costumes of this period can be. National dress and folk costumes were particularly popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian era. The head-dress features the distinctive Bolivian winged shape achieved by a wire frame.