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Hat

Object number2012.7.28

Designer Dawson

Retailer Kaufmann's Department Store (1871 - 2005)

Date1940-1960

OriginNew York, NY

OriginPittsburgh, PA

MediumVelvet, ribbon, feather, fabric

Credit LineGift of Nancy Page

DescriptionRound black velvet woman's hat with long black feather set with two rhinestones. Feather is held on with a round black velvet button. Two tabs with bobby pins at the temples. Interior is lined in black grosgrain, and the sweatband is black grosgrain ribbon.Dimensions4 x 7.5 x 22 in. (10.2 x 19.1 x 55.9 cm)
MarksLabel on interior at rear reads "Kaufmann's / Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh / Design by Dawson / New York".

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

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