Hat Box
DistributorDistributed by
G. Fox and Co.
(American, founded 1847)
MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1940-1970
MediumPrinted paper, cardboard, cord
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x diameter): 7 1/4 x 13 7/8in. (18.4 x 35.2cm)
ClassificationsCommercial Objects
Credit LineGift of Lafayette J. Robertson, Jr.
Object number1974.68.17a,b
DescriptionRound, two-piece hatbox made of paper mounted on cardboard; with purple yarn handle attached to either side. The lid is covered with beige paper printed in blue with "G. FOX & CO./ ESTABLISHED 1847 HARTFORD". The base of the box is covered in paper printed with a park scene of trees, horsedrawn carriages, cyclists, including a bicycle-built-for-two, family with a child holding a toy hoop. The base of the box is covered with red paper.
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