Hat
Object number2012.7.20
Designer
Alyce
Manufacturer
New Era Hats
Date1950-1960
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumFelt/Satin
Credit LineGift of Nancy Page
DescriptionBlack felt women's hat, trimmed in black satin. Curled black satin details at temples.Dimensions3.5 x 7.5 x 24 in. (8.9 x 19.1 x 61 cm)InscriptionsA piece of masking tape is adhered to the crown and says "Mid 50's".
MarksThree labels are adhered to the inside:
The largest is a white rectangle with hot pink text that reads "New Era Hats".
Beneath that is a small white label that has the letters "ADJ" in an oval with "M.S.C." below.
The third is a narrow, white, rectangular label that has a decorated hat box and text that reads "Alyce / Pittsburgh".
Historical NotesPart of a collection of hats. Donor Nancy Page has been collecting and displaying historic hats for many years. Most of the hats were sold at local retail stores or made locally.
Previous owner
Nancy Page
Terms
On View
Not on view
Ruth's Hat Shop
1999
1950-1960
Randolph Engineering, Inc.
