Quilted Poke Bonnet, circa 1840

01

Artifact Overview

This bonnet was designed for warmth. Its hooded shape offered protection from snow and wind, and hand-quilted cotton padding provided insulation from the cold.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Poke bonnet

Date Made

circa 1840

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

32.439.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Susan L. Dyer.

Material

Silk (Textile)
Cotton (Textile)

Color

Brown

Dimensions

Height: 2.5 in
Width: 5 in
Depth: 7 in