Headdress from Bolivian Fancy Dress Costume
DateLate 19th century
Object NameHeaddress
Mediumlace and net
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsHeight: 25cm
Width: 57cm
Width: 57cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006085
Keywords
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.
Late 19th century
Late 19th century
1890-1910
1930 - 1950
1850-1899
Late 19th century
1890-1910
1850 - 1900
1899
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