Silk plush stovepipe hat, quite straight; narrow black grosgrain ribbon hatband in modest bow; flat brim edged with narrow grosgrain ribbon; black leather sweatband, paper lining except white silk (?) brocade crown liner; Denison, Williams & Co., Courtlandt St., NY; 7.5”h x 7x7.5” crown; brim 2.25”.
Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Category
Adult, Male, Headwear
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
Top Hat
Clothing Sex
Male
Textile Details
Material
cotton or silk plush, Grosgrain, Paper
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1850 - circa 1860
Notes
User Age: Adult
Gender: Male
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