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Bonnet - Brown Cotton, circa 1900
Reg. No: SH 850404
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- Summary:
- Cotton bonnet worn by female patient in a mental health hospital in Victoria, Australia, circa 1900.
- Description:
- Bonnet is fawn coloured, with gathers at neckline of bonnet to protect neck. Top of bonnet has draw string for fit. Brim can be turned back with two ties under chin.
- Acquisition Information:
- Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services
| Discipline: | History |
| Dimensions: | 43.70 cm (Height), 27.50 cm (Length) |
More information
| Tagged with: | bonnets, headwear, psychiatric hospitals, uniforms |
| Themes this item is part of: | Psychiatric Services Collection, Medicine in Society Collection, Public Life & Institutions Collection, Clothing & Textiles Collection |
| Primary Classification: | MEDICINE & HEALTH |
| Secondary Classification: | Mental Health - Institutional Life |
| Tertiary Classification: | clothing |
| Place & Date Used: | Victoria, Australia, circa 1900 |
| References: | oral history. |
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