Wig
MakerMade by
Unknown
Date18th century
MediumHuman hair, satin and moire ribbon, linen
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (approx. length x width when flat): 22 × 10 1/2in. (55.9 × 26.7cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of The F. Spafford Grabber Family
Object number1976.80.0
DescriptionAn 18th century human hair wig, with a curl at the lower front on each side and terminating in a braid at the back. Where the braid meets the body of the wig, a black moiré ribbon has been tied in a bow, and at the bottom of the braid a black satin ribbon has been tied in a bow.
Status
Not on view
Lieutenant William Augustus Wetmore
1887-1895
