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Woman's feather hat (bergère)

English or French
1750–75
Object Place: England or France

Medium/Technique Silk ribbon, linen, feathers, and silk faille lining
Dimensions 35 x 35 x 2 cm (13 3/4 x 13 3/4 x 13/16 in.) Hat only
Credit Line The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.1832
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ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionRound disk-like hat with crown only slightly elevated, foundation of linen completely covered with polychrome feathers; lined with pale pink taffeta, one pale pink silk ribbon.
Provenance1944, given as part of the Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection.