Category: H

eye of Horus

The eye of Horus, or Wedjat eye, is an ancient Egyptian symbol that represents the eye of the falcon-headed god Horus and symbolizes healing and regeneration and was often worn for protection.

huipilli/huipil

17th century, 18th century, 19th century, Americas, ancient, H, term definition

A woven rectangular shirt worn by women in Central America beginning in ancient times.

tricorne hat

18th century, H, T, term definition

A 3-cornered hat with a standing brim, which was popular in 18th century.

nemes headdress

ancient, H, N, term definition

Starched linen headdress worn only by royals in ancient Egypt.

himation

ancient, H, term definition

An rectangular cloak wrapped around the body and thrown over the left shoulder worn by the ancient Greeks.

gabled hood

1500-1509, 16th century, G, H, term definition

A woman’s headdress that is wired to create a point at the top of the head and has fabric that drapes from the back of the head.

French hood

16th century, F, H, term definition

A rounded headdress for women that was popular in the 16th century (from 1540).

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