Girls Sun Bonnet
Date1938
Object NameBonnet
Mediumcotton
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsCircumference of crown: 675mm
Circumference of brim: 700mm
Overall (Height): 285mm
Circumference of brim: 700mm
Overall (Height): 285mm
AcquisitionPresented in 1999 by Mrs Agnes Roy Cook.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS037582
About MeThis girl's cream cotton sun bonnet has a printed pattern of blue and pink flowers. It is in the style of a Victorian bonnet and has a brim to protect the face and a ruffle to cover the neck.
The two straps tie under the chin to keep the bonnet secure.
1930-1960
1920s
Taisho Period, c.1924
Possibly 1920s
1920-1929
1950s-1960s
1920s
1950s-1960s
1960s
1920-1929
1930 - 1940
1950 - 1960