Gentleman’s Wig, 18th Century
Gentleman’s Wig, 18th Century
- Description
- This gentleman's wig is similar to that worn by men seated in the House of Commons and colonial legislatures.
- Object Name
- Wig
- Other Terms
- Wig; Headwear; Accessories Worn on the Body; Male
- Date made
- 1700 - 1799
- ID Number
- CS.388626B
- catalog number
- 388626B
- accession number
- 182022
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History
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