This woman apparently was so frustrated with her bonnet falling off of the back of her head that she pulled her crossband down over her forehead. Crossbands often appear in extant bonnets and were used to secure the bonnet to prevent slipping off the back of the head. They aren't usually visible in photographs or mentioned in the magazines. Without combining different sources for research, I might of thought that this older woman was just wearing a really groovy headband. Unfortunately, this image doesn't have any back marks, so finding further information about her is difficult. She is a treasured member of my collection and always makes me giggle.
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7/6/2024 05:08:13 am
This photo perfectly captures the struggle of keeping a bonnet in place! I can only imagine the frustration of having to hold it up during a long wet plate photography session. Maybe the ribbons are too loose, or the style just isn't meant for all-day wear. Either way, I feel her pain! Next time, I might bring an extra bonnet or some hat pins to make sure my headwear stays put.
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January 2021
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