Woman's Hat
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Pauline Silverman
American
MillinerMade by
Betmar
American
RetailerSold by
Best & Co.
American
Dateabout 1965
MediumMachine-stitched synthetic fibers
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x diameter): 4 x 8 3/4 x 8 3/4in. (10.2 x 22.2 x 22.2cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Janet Ward
DescriptionBrimless hat created by alternating white and red strips stitched in a spiral. The white is grosgrain ribbon, and the red is plaited synthetic straw-like material. An extra strip of the red is stitched in a decorative loop on the side of the hat. The inside of the hat is encircled by a red grosgrain ribbon sweatband.
Object number2001.86.3
MarkingsWoven tape label stitched inside: "Betmar". Printed in black ink on sweatband ribbon: "Best & Co./ FIFTH AVE./ NEW YORK."On View
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