Woman's Hat
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Anna Eisenhardt Quilitzsch
(American, 1904 - 2002)
MillinerMade by
Unknown
Date1936
MediumFelted wool (possibly) fabric, grosgrain ribbon, synthetic fiber netting, sequins, and spangles
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (width across crown): 9in. (22.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Anna Eisenhardt Quilitzsch
Object number1998.90.4
DescriptionBlack, brimless, shallow-crown hat trimmed with four bows around the edge and a lattice-pattern of sequins over the top. Net veiling covers the crown and extends approximately eleven inches below center front. Hat and all trimmings are black.
NotesHistorical Note: According to the donor, she wore this hat to her daughter's wedding in 1936. Marilyn Quilitsche (b. 1930) married Michael Vignone in Newington, Connecticut.Status
Not on view
