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Haube (head covering)

Story

This 1915 Haube head covering, black with lace and ribbons, was worn by women at Mennonite worship services. The head covering became prominent as a visible marker of faith from the 1860s to the mid-twentieth century. Its ornate design, intricate details and expert craftsmanship speaks to women's roles and their agency within a patriarchal society.