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COSTUME: hat: mourning bonnet, Meldrum East End Drapery Warehouse, Scotland, Fife, Kirkcaldy, c. 1875-1885 (silk, cotton, glass, metal)
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COSTUME: hat: mourning bonnet, Meldrum East End Drapery Warehouse, Scotland, Fife, Kirkcaldy, c. 1875-1885 (silk, cotton, glass, metal)
3548205 COSTUME: hat: mourning bonnet, Meldrum East End Drapery Warehouse, Scotland, Fife, Kirkcaldy, c. 1875-1885 (silk, cotton, glass, metal); Glasgow Museums, UK; (add.info.: E.1974.9.11
COSTUME
hat: bonnet: mourning bonnet
Meldrum East End Drapery Warehouse
Scotland, Fife, Kirkcaldy (place of manufacture)
circa 1875-1885
silk, cotton, glass, metal
Women's bonnet or Second mourning bonnet in black silk crepe or crape, crimped, gathered and pleated crape brim and crown with short black net veil with crape around edge. White cotton net binding inside front edge. Labelled Meldrum, East End Drapery Warehouse, Kirkaldy'. Hat pin with black glass head and metal sharp attached in side of crown.); Photo © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection
Media ID 38416548
© © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This stunning print captures a piece of history in the form of a mourning bonnet from Meldrum East End Drapery Warehouse in Scotland, dating back to the late 19th century. The intricate details of this black silk crepe bonnet showcase the craftsmanship and elegance of Victorian fashion.
The bonnet features a crimped, gathered, and pleated crape brim and crown, adorned with a short black net veil trimmed with crape. Inside, there is white cotton net binding for added comfort. A hat pin with a black glass head and sharp metal attachment can be seen on the side of the crown, adding an extra touch of sophistication.
Labelled 'Meldrum East End Drapery Warehouse, Kirkcaldy', this piece tells a story of mourning customs and fashionable attire during that period. It serves as a reminder of the importance placed on proper attire for different occasions in Victorian society.
This photograph not only showcases the beauty of this mourning bonnet but also provides insight into the history and culture surrounding women's fashion in Scotland during the late 19th century. It is truly a work of art that deserves to be appreciated for its historical significance and exquisite design.
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