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Man's top hat
French
1915–30
Object Place: Paris, France
Medium/Technique
Silk, buckram
Dimensions
57.5 cm (22 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of Dana Pond
Accession Number1979.393
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionBlack silk "beaver". High flat crown. Brim rolled at sides. Black felt hat band; grosgrain binding. White leather headband. White silk lining marked "Special E.M," "E. Motsch, 42 Avenue George V, 68.R.Francois 1er, Paris" and "D.P."
The top hat is constructed with a pile weave that has silk pile and a cotton foundation. The hat band is wool and the brim tape is silk. The interior has a silk lining and leather headband.
The top hat is constructed with a pile weave that has silk pile and a cotton foundation. The hat band is wool and the brim tape is silk. The interior has a silk lining and leather headband.
ProvenanceMade by E. Motsch