Woollen caps worn by Dutch whalers c. 1642 - 1800
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This 17th-century woolen cap, made for Dutch whalers, is an example of utilitarian clothing. The brown, felt cap was designed to protect whalers from the harsh elements of the sea. The cap's simple design and sturdy construction reflects the practicality of clothing worn by sailors during this period. The object is a valuable reminder of the hard work and dedication of Dutch whalers, who played a vital role in the country's maritime history. The cap is a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of anonymous artists who created everyday objects for working-class people.
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In 1980 archaeologists investigated the graves of 185 Dutchmen – whale hunters and workmen of the train oil refineries – who had died on or near Spitsbergen during the 17th century. The skeletons were still wearing their knitted woollen caps. Each cap was individualized; the men recognized one another only by the pattern of stripes on the caps. The men were bundled up so tightly against the fierce cold that only their eyes were visible.
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