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Woman's hat
Made by: Peck & Peck (American, 1888–1970s)
American
mid 20th century
Object Place: France
Medium/Technique
Velvet; net; synthetic plain weave; grosgrain ribbon; faux tortoishell
Dimensions
Diameter: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2010.706
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionBlack velvet shallow pillbox hat with large black self-covered button at center crown from which emerges a veil of black net that falls over all edges. Lined with synthetic plain weave; interior edge trimmed with black grosgrain ribbon. Two faux tortoishell combs on either side held on with elastic. Labelled at interior center: "PECK & PECK / FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK" Stamped label with number at edge.
ProvenanceBefore 2010, purchased by Jean S. Sharf, Chestnut Hill, MA; gift of Sharf to the MFA (Accession date: September 22, 2010)