SQUARE HEADDRESS OR LA GATINELLE PARTHENAY EMBROIDERY LACE FOLKLORIC COSTUME H2298 Old "la gatinelle" headdress from Parthenay in lace or square headdress. According to the shape of this headdress, it is undoubtedly from the surroundings of Parthenay. It is a very old mourning headdress or an everyday headdress. Do not hesitate to browse my account, I offer other models for sale. A headdress is a fabric, of various shapes, often embroidered in everything. or part, worn by women to cover their hair. The headdress is a form of cloth headgear worn by women. Formerly intended for the dual use of concealing the face and hair and protecting the head, the headdress has become a fashion accessory in the civilian world. Headdresses are found in most of the French provinces. Some only concern one municipality in a region. The headdress is now an element of folk costume, but also of the costume of certain religious orders. All our headdresses come from a succession, without major defects, let us note in places that the lace has yellowed.Not being a specialist we can not confirm the origin and the name of this headdress.Do not hesitate to tell us about your knowledge.Sold as presented.For the state thank you for detailing the photos and zoom.The photos are an integral part of the description.Dimensions: Height: 22.5 cmWidth: 21.5 cm I remain at your disposal for any questions.