BK-1991-4
c. 1800 - c. 1810
Medium
horsehair
Dimensions
7; 15
About this artwork
Luifelhoed van gevlochten, naturelkleurig middelfijn stro versierd met ornamenten van gevlochten blond paardenhaar en doorzichtige glazen kraaltjes. Ondiepe bol met rechte achterkant. Gevoerd met effen blauw katoen.
Art Historical Context
### BK-1991-4: Luifelhoed (Sunshade Bonnet), c. 1800–1810 This delicate luifelhoed, or sunshade bonnet, is a charming example of early 19th millinery craftsmanship. Crafted from braided natural-colored medium-fine, it forms a shallow dome-shaped crown with a straight back offering practical shade for the wearer. The bonnet is adorned with intricate ornaments of braided blond horsehair and sparkling transparent glass beads, adding a touch of elegance. Lined with plain blue cotton comfort, it measures approximately 7 cm high and 15 cm deep, making it a compact yet functional accessory. Dating ...
About the Artist
anonymous
In the vast tapestry of art history, "Anonymous" stands not as a singular individual but as a collective designation for countless unidentified creators whose works have endured across millennia. These artists, spanning prehistoric cave painters to medieval illuminators and folk craftsmen, produced the foundational layers of human visual culture. Prior to the Renaissance, when individual fame emer...