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Top hat

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Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1830-1855

GUSN

GUSN-45012

Description

Fawn and grey; molded felt; black grosgrain ribbon band; leather sweat band.

Details

Descriptive Terms

top hats
headgear
felt (textile)
molding (forming)
wool (textile)
evening dresses (garments)
Victorian
Men's clothing
Felt
Molded
Victorian
Formal Wear
HAT, TOP

Inscription

Printed label on inside: ""Cook & Aldrich opposite Old South Church Boston.""

Maker

Cook & Aldrich (Manufacturer)

Location of Origin

Boston, MA, USA

Dimensions

6.75 (H) (inches)

Accession Number

1950.47

Places

Massachusetts (United States)

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