Hat Box
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Katherine Entress Locke
(American, 1893 - 1995)
RetailerSold by
G. Fox and Co.
(American, founded 1847)
Date1940-1970
MediumPrinted paper affixed to cardboard with cord handle
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x diameter): 7 x 10in. (17.8 x 25.4cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Carolyn Locke de Kanter
Object number1996.146.9
DescriptionThe small, round, two-piece hatbox has a base covered with black paper printed in blue ink with white highlights depicting various Connecticut landmarks including: the State Capitol, the State Supreme Court Building, the Congregational Church, the State House designed by Bulfinch, the Travelers Insurance Company, the Tower of Trinity Chapel and the Horace Bushnell Memorial Hall. Printed in black ink on blue paper on the lid; "G.FOX & CO. / HARTFORD - CONNECTICUT / Serving Connecticut / Since 1847".
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