Quilted Poke Bonnet, circa 1840
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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
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