Hat
Object number2012.7.9
Retailer
Gimbel Brothers
Designer
D. Charles
Date1930-1940
MediumFabric
Credit LineGift of Nancy Page
DescriptionIvory crepe folded turban-style women's hat with bow and elastic back. Crown is open. INterior is lined in white mesh with brown grosgrain ribbon sweatband.Dimensions4 x 8.75 x 8 x 24 in. (10.2 x 22.2 x 20.3 x 61 cm)InscriptionsA piece of masking tape reading "1935" is adhered near the labels.
MarksTwo labels on the interior:
one white and rectangular reading "Design by d. Charles" and a second smaller label reading "Gimbel Brothers".
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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