Hat
Object number2008.26.1
Manufacturer
Misses Pence and Erwin
Datec. 1885
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumVelvet; Metal; Fake fur; Plastic; Paint; Silk
Credit LineGift of Hester Saxon
DescriptionBlue crushed velvet women's bonnet. Formed with wires inside velvet; flat top. Material bunched in back; multi-colored ribbon (greens, blue, orange, maroon), accented with green fur. Hat clip, silver accented with gold paint, and bronze. Silk lining.Dimensions4.5 x 8.625 x 8.375 in. (11.4 x 21.9 x 21.3 cm)MarksGold printing on inside top: "Misses Pence & Erwin / 932 Penn Ave. / Pittsburgh".
Historical NotesA hat from Misses Pence & Erwin, a dressmaking and millinery shop that was located in downtown Pittsburgh. The business was operated by Sarah E. Pence and Katherine E. Erwin. In April 1896, the business moved from 502 Penn Avenue to 515 and 517 Penn Avenue. At some point prior to 1896 the business was located at 952 Penn Avenue.
Related person
Sarah E. Pence
Related person
Katherine E. Erwin
On View
Not on view
Wicks
1940-1960
1898
1940-1950
