Head Dress Collection

Uniform cap worn by Pullman Porter Philip Henry Logan, 1966. Creator: Unknown
A black cap with metallic braid trim and a label reading PULLMAN PORTER in black. Being a Pullman porter was one of the jobs that helped build the black middle class in America

Young Crow Indian
A Crow boy in dance costume, 1905. Printed reproduction of a photograph by Edward Curtis

SAINT THERESE DE LISIEUX (1873-1897). French Carmelite nun and author, known as Saint Therese of the child Jesus

Anne Boleyn / Players / 23
ANNE BOLEYN Second Queen of Henry VIII from 1533 until 1536

The first Thanksgiving 1621. Pilgrims and Natives gather to share meal. Date c1932

Haile Selassie
HAILE SELASSIE (1892 - 1975) Emperor of Ethiopia (1930-74)

Mary, Queen of Scots
Mary, Queen of Scotland -- the inscription below reads Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots, Widow of Francois II, King of France. The portrait shows her in mourning dress

Traditional Cambodian apsara dancer, temples of Angkor Wat, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Two ladies in blue and gold masks, Venice Carnival, Venice, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Veneto, Italy, Europe

The Dolly Sisters, Paris
The Dolly Sisters wearing creations by Jean Patou in La Valse Lumineuse, Paris En Fleurs, Casino de Paris, Paris, 1925 1925

CHEYENNE CHIEF, c1910. The Cheyenne chief Two Moons. Photographed by Edward S. Curtis, c1910

PILGRIMS: THANKSGIVING, 1621. The First Thanksgiving of the Pilgrims, 1621. After a painting by Jean Leon Gerome Ferris

A Sikh pilgrim pauses for reflection by Amrit Sarovar, the Pool of Immortality-Giving Nectar, and the Golden Temple. India, Punjab, Amritsar

TECUMSEH (1768-1813). Native American chief of the Shawnee tribe. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

CHIEF JOSEPH (1840?-1904). American Nez Perce Native American chief

KATHARINE HEPBURN (1907-2003). American actress. As Eleanor of Aquitaine in The Lion in Winter, 1968

Amazon warrior, statue at Versailles
Statue of an Amazon warrior in a garden of the Palace of Versailles, France. Digital photograph

Catherine Howard
CATHERINE HOWARD 5th wife of Henry VIII Holding feather fan

Tamara Karsavina and Michel Fokine in The Firebird, 1910 (b / w photo)
XJF342482 Tamara Karsavina and Michel Fokine in The Firebird, 1910 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lady and gentleman in red and white masks, Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

THOMAS EDWARD LAWRENCE (1888-1935). British archaeologist, soldier and writer. Drawing by Augustus John

Crow chief
Crow Indian chief in a traditional war bonnet and clothing, circa 1900. Digitally colored halftone of a photograph

Statue of goddess Saraswati, Water Lotus Temple, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

A Rehearsal of the Wild West show
A series of sketches by Ralph Cleaver of rehearsals for Colonel Codys " Wild West" show at Olympia, including Sioux braves racing horses, cow girls and cowboys

Portrait of two dancers in traditional Thai classical dance costume, smiling and looking at the camera, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Portrait of a traditional Cambodian apsara dancer, temples of Angkor Wat, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Norwegian Types (5 / 5) - Young Norwegian wife
A Young Norwegian wife in traditional national costume Date: circa 1910s

WASHAKIE (c1804-1900). Shoshone Native American chief. Photographed c1885

Britannia and Eve magazine, March 1931
Front cover featuring an elegant couple performing the Flamenco. The beautifully poised woman wears a yellow Bata de cola dress with frills and an enormous white headdress

The Nile -- Notes for Passengers on Cooks Steamers
A bust of Queen Nefertiti in profile, with a sketch of the River Nile in the background, on a Thomas Cook publication, Notes for Passengers on Cooks Steamers

Overhead view of the fruit and vegetable market, Pushkar, Rajasthan State, India, Asia

Musicians playing guitars, Havana Viejo, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Evening Dresses / Worth
Sensually draped dresses with narrow beaded straps, square necklines & detailing over one hip - some with double or triple skirts, uneven hemlines & trains. N.B feather fans

Woman spinning - India
Woman spinning on a traditional hand-made wheel, India

Mali, Africa - Two women from Timbuktu Date: circa 1910s

Woman of the Algerian Berber Ouled Nails Tribe
Woman from the tribe of Ouled Nail in Southern Algeria in their very distinctive and elaborate traditional clothing. The women earned money through belly dancing

NATIVE AMERICAN CHIEFS. Six tribal chiefs, in ceremonial attire. Left to right: Little Plume (Piegan), Buckskin Charley (Ute), Geronimo (Chiricahua Apache), Quanah Parker (Comanche)

NATI2A-00113
Wampanoag warrior in full costume, Massachusetts. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

A Himba woman in traditional attire. Her body gleams from a mixture of red ochre, butterfat and herbs. Her long hair is styled in the traditional Himba way

Ladies Hats 1871
Seletion of fashionable bonnets from 1871

MASSASOIT & CARVER, 1620. Wampanoag Native American chief Massasoit meeting with John Carver, the first governor of Plymouth colony, in 1620. Steel engraving, American, 19th century

MANHATTAN PURCHASE, 1626. Peter Minuit (1580-1638) Dutch colonial official in America. Peter Minuits purchase of Manhattan Island, 1626, after the painting by Alfred Fredericks

ALLEGORY OF MERCURY, 1496. Personification of Mercury, the planet of science and the arts. Woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grand kalendrier des bergieres, Troyes, 1496

HOPI KACHINA DOLL. Talavai (Morning Singer), a Hopi spirit or Kachina, dressed in a cape and headdress. Carved wooden doll from Arizona

BLACKFOOT SINGERS, c1913. A group of Blackfoot men and one woman singing in front of a tepee. Photograph, c1913

ANITA EKBERG (1931- ). Swedish cinema actress. Publicity still from Artists and Models, 1955

GAFR2A-00049
Young Zulu chief in South Africa, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mask dancers in Kerala, India
Two mask dancers in Cochin, Kerala State, India

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Head Dresses: From Saint Therese de Lisieux to Haile Selassie" Head dresses have long been a symbol of cultural identity and personal expression. Throughout history, notable figures such as Saint Therese de Lisieux, Anne Boleyn, and Mary Queen of Scots adorned themselves with exquisite headpieces that reflected their status and individuality. From the opulent courts of Europe to the vibrant streets of Venice during Carnival season, head dresses have captivated our imagination. The Dolly Sisters in Paris epitomized elegance with their glamorous feathered headdresses, while two ladies in blue and gold masks at the Venice Carnival added an air of mystery to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Traveling eastward, we encounter the enchanting temples of Angkor Wat where traditional Cambodian apsara dancers don intricate headwear that embodies grace and spirituality. These temples stand as a testament to human creativity throughout centuries. Not limited to royalty or religious figures alone, even warriors like Cheyenne Chief Two Moons wore elaborate headdresses that spoke volumes about their bravery and leadership. Edward S. Curtis's photograph captures the strength emanating from this proud Cheyenne chief. In commemorating historical events like The First Thanksgiving in 1621, pilgrims donned simple yet symbolic headgear as they gathered together for gratitude and unity. Jean Leon Gerome Ferris's painting immortalizes this momentous occasion when cultures merged under one shared vision. Lastly, we witness a Sikh pilgrim pausing for reflection by Amrit Sarovar - a serene moment where faith intertwines with tradition through his turban-like head dress known as dastaar. These glimpses into diverse cultures remind us that beyond mere fashion statements or ceremonial attire lies a profound connection between individuals and their heritage. Head dresses serve not only as adornments but also bearers of stories woven through time – tales whispered by feathers, jewels, and fabric.