House cap
In the 17th century, it became fashionable for young fathers to wear a special, richly decorated, cap when a child was born. This would be worn during the first ten days after the birth, the period during which friends and relatives would come to visit. These special caps continued to be worn well into the 18th century.
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House cap
In the 17th century, it became fashionable for young fathers to wear a special, richly decorated, cap when a child was born. This would be worn during the first ten days after the birth, the period during which friends and relatives would come to visit. These special caps continued to be worn well into the 18th century.
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Gift of R.T. Bijleveld, The Hague
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Schenking van de heer R.T. Bijleveld, Den Haag
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In the 17th century, it became ...... rn well into the 18th century.
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Vanaf de 17de eeuw zetten ‘jon ...... de 18de eeuw blijven bestaan.
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format
identifier
BK-1965-51
language
publisher
Rijksmuseum
title
House cap
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Huismuts
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created
c. 1725 - c. 1750
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ca. 1725 - ca. 1750
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extent
diameter 18 cm
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geheel diameter 18 cm
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geheel hoogte 20 cm
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height 20 cm
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Collectie: accessoires
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Collection: accessories
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spatial
temporal
second quarter 18th century
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tweede kwart 18e eeuw
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