Hat
Object number2012.7.8
Designer
Adoria
Retailer
Kaufmann's Department Store
(1871 - 2005)
Date1930-1940
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumVelvet/Fabric/Ribbon/Metal
Credit LineGift of Nancy Page
DescriptionBlack velvet asymmetrical women's hat with velvet brim. Draped satin gather on one side. Two hat pins, one with velvet pinhead, another with a plastic imitation pearl pinhead. Interior is lined in black fabric with black grosgrain ribbon sweatband.Dimensions4.75 x 8 x 7.5 x 26.5 in. (12.1 x 20.3 x 19.1 x 67.3 cm)InscriptionsA piece of masking tape with "1939" written on it is adhered inside.
MarksThere is a white rectangular label inside at the rear that reads "Adoria / Kaufmann's 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 view1950-1960
Ruth's Hat Shop
1940-1950
1940-1960