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The Dutch hul reached exaggerated proportions in the 20th century, expanding both horizontally and vertically. It was worn for special occasions over the black conical caps worn for everyday use. The modern shape of the hul forced it into decline as the caps became very expensive and difficult to wear.
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Title: Cap
Date: early 20th century
Culture: Dutch
Medium: cotton
Dimensions: 17 in. (43.2 cm)
Classification: Accessory-Headwear-Womenswear
Credit Line: Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Sally Victor, 1949
Accession Number: 2009.300.1830
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