Bonnet

circa 1870

U.S. Department of the Interior Museum Program
Washington, D.C., United States

This bonnet 'stalking cap' from the Nez Perce National Historical Park is made from deer antlers and bison hide. It is believed that this cap would have been worn when hunting game, but it also could have been worn during winter medicine dances.

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Details

Title: Bonnet
Date Created: circa 1870
Physical Dimensions: H 34.0, W 26.5 cm
Subject Keywords: bison, deer, bonnet, Nez Perce National Historical Park, Department of the Interior Museum Program, National Park Service
Original Source: Nez Perce National Historical Park
External Link: https://www.nps.gov/museum/exhibits/nepe/index.html
Medium: bison hide, deer

U.S. Department of the Interior Museum Program

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