Automobile Duster

Automobile Duster

A lady wearing a duster waits in the passenger seat of an early 20th century automobile. A duster is a coat worn to protect other clothing while riding in an open automobile. The wrap over the woman's head also protects her face and hair from dust and wind while traveling in the open automobile on the unpaved roads. Specialized clothing became very popular during the first decade of the 20th century. Cars at this time were owned by the wealthy and the clothing became a status symbol.

circa 1910s

Midway Village Museum

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Still Image

80.109.59

Photograph

3.25" x 2.50"