Name/Title
Doll Hat PotpourriEntry/Object ID
NU 2023.381Description
A small straw hat adorned with faux flowers, artificial moss, and ribbons. There is a paper label tag attached to one of the ribbons with gold string. The hat is pale yellow straw, the flowers are blue with green leaves. The bottom of the hat is sealed with a trim of yellow ribbon and mesh, and contains a floral-smelling potpourri.Collection
History Collection, Martin CollectionCataloged By
collectionsintern@numulosgatos.orgInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
LabelLocation
On tag, attached to ribbonTranscription
Victorian Collection
{on reverse side} MADE IN TAIWANLanguage
EnglishMaterial/Technique
PrintedLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
Clothing, DollNomenclature Primary Object Term
Accessory, DollNomenclature Class
ToysNomenclature Category
Category 09: Recreational ObjectsOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old Object NumberOther Number
513Dimensions
Height
1-3/8 inDiameter
4-1/2 inMaterial
Fabric, Plant Fiber, Paper, PlasticCondition
Overall Condition
Very GoodRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Maud MartinNotes
Donor (most likely)General Notes
Note Type
Cataloging NoteNote
The previous object tag notes it is a "Minnie Pearl" hat, Minnie Pearl was an American 20th century comedian; known for her trademark straw hat with flowers. The Minnie Pearl hat usually has red flowers, but this hat is blue. It is not clear where the "minnie pearl" designation came from, a quick search shows that these doll hat potpourri are a common handmade project; though this hat appears manufactured.
