Woman's Hat
MillinerMade by
Unknown
Date1900-1910
MediumMachine-stitched and hand-stitched feathers, velvet, silk
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x diameter): 11 1/4 x 9 x 1 1/2in. (28.6 x 22.9 x 3.8cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Annetta Eddy Brigham
Object number2001.49.34
DescriptionThis shallow hat is pointed at the front and decorated with various kinds of feathers. The base of the hat is constructed from a black plain-woven silk. The brim is lined in brown velvet. Feathers, dyed different shades of brown and purple, along with white, completely cover the black velvet crown. The brown turned-up brim is only visible at the side and front/back tips of the hat. The underside of the crown is lined in black silk and has a small black silk braided bow on the interior center back of the crown.
Status
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