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Hat

Object number2012.7.21

Retailer Joseph Horne Company (1849 - 1994)

Date1940-1960

OriginNew York, NY

MediumLace/Ribbon/Veil/Fibers/Plastic

Credit LineGift of Nancy Page

DescriptionRound women's hat with white brim, brown band, black woven fiber crown and black veil. A piece of black grosgrain ribbon is attached with an orange cloth-covered button. Two brown plastic combs are attached to the inside with black elastic string. The interior is lined with red lace. The sweatband is black grosgrain ribbon.Dimensions2.5 x 10 x 26 in. (6.4 x 25.4 x 66 cm)
MarksThree labels are attached to the sweatband:
One is light blue with maroon text reading "The Millinery Salon / Joseph Horne Co."
The second is white with gold borders and reads "Gardner / New York."
Third is a small union label.
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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