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Woman's hat
French
1915?
Object Place: Paris, France
Medium/Technique
Rayon, ostrich feathers, buckram
Dimensions
Overall (with plumes): 27 x 30 x 33 cm (10 5/8 x 11 13/16 x 13 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Agnes Mongan
Accession Number1979.198
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionWoman's riding hat. Black rayon on buckram foundation; brim with upturned sides and 2 black ostrich plumes on left side. Grosgrain hatband, headband and binding; elastic strap. Label: "Jeanne Lanvin, 22, Foubourg St. Honore, Paris."
The fabric of the hat has a rayon warp and silk weft; the hat ribbon has a rayon warp and cotton weft. In each of these materials, the warp yarn conceals the thicker plied weft yarn that forms the rib. The buckram lining is linen.
The fabric of the hat has a rayon warp and silk weft; the hat ribbon has a rayon warp and cotton weft. In each of these materials, the warp yarn conceals the thicker plied weft yarn that forms the rib. The buckram lining is linen.
ProvenanceGiven as apparatus in 1966.
CopyrightReproduced with permission.