Woollen Caps Worn by Dutch Whalers c. 1650 - 1800
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This anonymous artwork, "Woollen Caps Worn by Dutch Whalers," is a knitted woolen cap, likely worn by a Dutch whaler during the 17th or 18th century. The cap, measuring 58 cm in circumference and 27 cm in height, exemplifies the practical and durable clothing worn by Dutch whalers who braved harsh weather conditions. This artifact provides insight into the daily lives of these mariners and their essential clothing during a period of extensive Dutch whaling expeditions.
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In 1980 archaeologists investigated the graves of 185 Dutchmen – whale hunters, and workers at whale oil refineries – who had died on or near Spitsbergen in the 17th century. Many skeletons were still wearing their knitted woollen head coverings. These caps were highly personal. The men were bundled up against the severe cold and could only be recognized by the colours and patterns of their caps. Presumably this is the reason why the caps went with them into their graves.
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