Woman's Hat
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Pauline Silverman
American
MillinerMade by
Betmar
American
RetailerSold by
G. Fox and Co.
American, founded 1847
Dateabout 1965
MediumMachine- and hand-constructed, synthetic fibers
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x diameter): 6 x 8 1/4 x 8 1/2in. (15.2 x 21 x 21.6cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Janet Ward
DescriptionCone-shaped hat of shiny black synthetic strips worked in loops through a netted base. Across the front of the hat is a wide, black velvet bow.
Object number2001.86.2
MarkingsWoven tape label stitched inside: "G. FOX & CO./ EST. 1847/ HARTFORD" and "Betmar". Behind the "Betmar" label is adhered a printed label of the "United Hatters, Cap & Millinery Wkrs Union".Collections
- G. Fox & Co.
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