Hat
Periodcirca 1955 - 1963
MediumStraw, grosgrain ribbon, netting, acetate silk
Dimensions5.25 × 8 × 8 in. (13.3 × 20.3 × 20.3 cm)
ClassificationsAccessories, Women's
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Dick Mihm, 2005
Object number2005.6.16
DescriptionA woman's black dyed braided straw hat in a modified barrel or kettle style, with a deep curved crown, straight sides, and a narrow visor style brim. Wide off-white grosgrain ribbon is folded into points to create a dagged edge brim band. Additional white grosgrain is used to form a blocky bow at the hat's front. Black netting is attached to the front of the hat. The inside of the hat is lined with synthetic or acetate style black silk.Collections
