Head Covering Collection

Bedouin Girl, 1886. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
Bedouin Girl, 1886

Amsterdam Orphan Girl, c.1890-c.1910. Creator: Nicolaes van der Waay
Amsterdam Orphan Girl, c.1890-c.1910

The Head of Mary Magdalene; from "The Return from Calvary" after Herbert Schmalz, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Portrait of a woman, known as la Belle Ferronniere, 1539. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a woman, known as la Belle Ferronniere, 1539

At the fountain, between 1833 and 1886. Creator: Louis Matout
At the fountain, between 1833 and 1886

Brittany in prayer, c1918. Creator: Henri Guinier
Brittany in prayer, c1918

Headcloth (Iket Kepala), Java, Late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Headcloth (Iket Kepala), Java, Late 19th century

Hat, c. 1937. Creator: Lucien Verbeke
Hat, c. 1937

Orthodox Jew in the Belz Synagogue, Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East

A Male Nude Pulled by Another Male, (pencil and brown ink on brown paper)
658726 A Male Nude Pulled by Another Male, (pencil and brown ink on brown paper) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); 12.6x19.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Male Nude Pulled by Another Male)

Portrait of the Artists Mother, 1775. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Portrait of the Artists Mother, 1775

Whistlers Mother, after Whistler, c. 1883. Creator: Henri-Charles Guerard
Whistlers Mother, after Whistler, c. 1883

Woman at a Window, 1759. Creator: Jean Pierre Norblin
Woman at a Window, 1759

Calash, c. 1936. Creator: Edward L Loper
Calash, c. 1936

Mexican Girl with Oriental Scarf, 1916 (oil on canvas)
650559 Mexican Girl with Oriental Scarf, 1916 (oil on canvas) by Henri, Robert Cozad (1865-1929); 60.9x50.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mexican Girl with Oriental Scarf)

Page 17 Potatow, the Otaheite admiral, 1768-75 (red & white chalk)
5670269 Page 17 Potatow, the Otaheite admiral, 1768-75 (red & white chalk) by Hodges, William (1744-97); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Original Sketches, Drawings)

Portrait of a Young Girl, bust-length, her Head turned to the Right
989999 Portrait of a Young Girl, bust-length, her Head turned to the Right, (brown chalk on pastel on blue paper) by Boucher

Saudi Standing To Watch The Glowing Orange Sunset; Taif, Saudi Arabia

CAMEL CORPS, 1940. Portrait of a Bedouin member of the Camel Corps during an expection by Sir Harold McMichael in Beersheba, Israel. Photograph, 1940

A Tuareg walking on the erg of Uan Kaza in the Fezzan desert, Libya, North Africa, Africa

A Tuareg walking on a dune of the erg of Uan Kaza in the Fezzan desert, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Two Tuaregs in the dunes of the erg of Murzuk in the Fezzan desert, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Engravings in the rocks of Tiksatin, Wadi Metkhandouch in the Messak Setaffet, Fezzan desert, Libya, North Africa, Africa

A Tuareg on the dunes of the erg of Murzuk in the Fezzan desert, Libya, North Africa, Africa

A camel herd in the Fezzan desert, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Nun praying, Popenguine, Thies, Senegal, West Africa, Africa

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Head Coverings: From Tradition to Art" Head coverings have long held a significant role in various cultures and societies, symbolizing tradition, religious beliefs, and even artistic expression. In the Belz Synagogue of Jerusalem, Israel, an Orthodox Jew dons his distinctive head covering as a testament to his faith and commitment. In the realm of art, head coverings have also captured the attention of renowned artists throughout history. A thought-provoking piece by an unknown artist depicts a male nude being pulled by another male while wearing a striking head covering – perhaps exploring themes of power dynamics or societal norms. Jean-Baptiste Greuze's "Portrait of the Artist's Mother" showcases a woman with her head covered in a delicate fabric, exuding elegance and grace. Similarly, Henri-Charles Guerard pays homage to Whistler's iconic painting "Whistler's Mother, " portraying her with dignity beneath her traditional headscarf. Moving across time and continents, Jean Pierre Norblin captures the essence of femininity in "Woman at a Window, " where an enigmatic figure gazes out adorned with an intricate headdress that adds allure to her presence. Edward L Loper's vibrant painting "Calash" transports us to 1936 when women would wear these fashionable bonnet-like hats as both protection from elements and style statements. Meanwhile, Mexican Girl with Oriental Scarf presents an intriguing fusion between cultures through its portrayal of a young girl draped in an exotic scarf. Artistic expressions can take many forms beyond paintings; red & white chalk sketch titled "Page 17 Potatow" offers insight into historical fashion trends featuring elaborate headdresses worn during Otaheite admiral’s era (1768-75). A captivating bust-length portrait reveals another facet as we encounter "Portrait of a Young Girl. " Her gaze turned towards us while sporting an elegant yet modest head covering, leaving us to wonder about her story and aspirations.