Top Hat

Clothing/Dress/Costume

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Top Hat

Entry/Object ID

G2006.095

Description

Man’s top hat made of gray beaver or other fur felt. Flat brim. 1/2” gray grosgrain hatband knotted at side. Lined with fine silk gauze mounted on white paper. The top lining has narrow green floral stripes woven into the gauze and a makers mark printed in gold. Brass ventilator with printed gold ‘frame.’ Deep black leather sweat band. About 7” tall. From front, flares a bit at top while from side it tapers very slightly toward top.

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

felt, Fur, Grosgrain

Lining

Silk Gauze

Color

Gray

Made/Created

Date made

1845 - 1860

Label/Inscription/Signature

Type

Makers Mark

Location

Inside Top

Transcription

"Williams 148 Genesee St, Utica"

Language

English

Material/Technique

Stamped

Dimensions

Height

7 in