Woman's Hat
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Doane S. Peirce
(American, 1894 - 1982)
MillinerMade by
Amy
(American)
RetailerSold by
Lord and Taylor
(American)
Dateabout 1960s
MediumHand-assembled synthetic fibers
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x diameter): 4 x 8 1/8 x 8in. (10.2 x 20.6 x 20.3cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Annetta Eddy Brigham
DescriptionPillbox-type purple hat, made of a collage of cut-out, deeply colored fabric flowers, bits of gold braid, and burgundy string. Iridescent strands under layers of purple net create a smooth surface but a dramatic visual texture. It is lined inside with pink acetate faille.
Object number2001.49.16
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