Woman's Hat and Sales Receipt
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Molly Zirin
(born 1913)
RetailerSold by
Lord and Taylor
(American)
Date4 September 1971
MediumMachine stitched satin-weave fabric with a plain-weave lining. Elastic and grosgrain ribbon used as headband. Stiffened leno weave fabric and wire used to stabilize hat form.
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions: 4 1/2 x 8 1/2 x 25in. (11.4 x 21.6 x 63.5cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Diane Stamm
Object number2004.72.3a,b
DescriptionWoman's turban made from a bright orange, satin-weave fabric.
The front of the turban is created with six folds of fabric placed over a stiff inner material. A metal wire is used to stiffen the top seam next to the crown. The top of the turban is shaped with four pleats folded along each side. The back is gathered with elastic. The turban would be held in place with self-fabric ties placed at the back on each side. Each tie is 16 inches long, ending in an angle.
The inside is lined with a sheer white fabric. An orange grosgrain ribbon is used as the headband.
The front of the turban is created with six folds of fabric placed over a stiff inner material. A metal wire is used to stiffen the top seam next to the crown. The top of the turban is shaped with four pleats folded along each side. The back is gathered with elastic. The turban would be held in place with self-fabric ties placed at the back on each side. Each tie is 16 inches long, ending in an angle.
The inside is lined with a sheer white fabric. An orange grosgrain ribbon is used as the headband.
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