Skullcap, 1850-1910
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During the late 1800s and early 1900s men wore simple, close-fitting, brimless caps like this when working outside or in laboratories, factories or workshops. These caps protected the hair from dirt and debris and kept the head warm.
During the late 1800s and early 1900s men wore simple, close-fitting, brimless caps like this when working outside or in laboratories, factories or workshops. These caps protected the hair from dirt and debris and kept the head warm.
Artifact
Skullcap (Cap)
Date Made
1850-1910
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
96.0.127.8.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cotton (Textile)
Silk (Textile)
Color
Black (Color)
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