Woman's Hat
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Mrs. Constance Adams
DesignerDesigned by
Oleg Cassini
Italian
RetailerSold by
G. Fox and Co.
American, 1847 - 1993
Date1975-1980
MediumFaux straw, synthetic fibers
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x diameter x outside circumference): 3 1/2 x 24 x 24 x 54in. (8.9 x 61 x 61 x 137.2cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Constance Adams
DescriptionWoman's hat of turquoise blue faux straw, with a straight-sided crown and a wide brim. The edge of the brim is wrapped with strips of yellow, orange, and turquoise straw and then overlaid with turquoise netting, giving a rounded edge. The base of the crown is wrapped with three of these colored straw braids, which are tied in a large bow at the back. The top of the crown is flat. The inside of the crown is stitched with a turquoise grosgrain ribbon. A woven tape label is stitched to this ribbon: "Oleg Cassini."
Object number1995.48.7
MarkingsA woven tape label stitched to a grosgrain ribbon on the inside reads: "Oleg Cassini."Subject Terms
Collections
- G. Fox & Co.
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