Wig Roller

18th Century

Clay. L 5.8, Dia 0.8 cm
George C. Neumann Collection
Valley Forge National Historical Park, VAFO 1868

Wig Roller

English
1700 – 1780

Wigs for men were fashionable among officers of both armies during the 18th century. Wig curlers such as this pair were used to keep the sides of the wig curled when the wig was on a stand.

Clay. Dia 1.5 cm
George C. Neumann Collection
Valley Forge National Historical Park, VAFO 1595