Identifier:
135136
Description:
This top hat is made of black silk plush, also known as hatter's plush. It has a black grosgrain ribbon around the base of the crown and is roughly 14 centimeters tall. The silk plush is treated with shellac which helps to waterproof the hat. The interior crown has a stamp that reads "Mode de Paris". According to museum recording, this hat was worn with a lady's riding habit.
Date:
circa 1870 – 1900
Materials:
Silk Plush, Grosgrain Ribbon
Dimensions:
6.5"" h 9"" w 10.5"" d
Current Location Status:
In Storage
Collection Tier:
Tier 2
Source:
Gift Of Mrs. John J. Yonkman
Related Entities:
Mode De Paris (creator)
Mrs. John J. Yonkman (donor)
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