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Small woman's hat
American
1880s
Object Place: United States
Medium/Technique
Silk faille, plush trim, ostrich feathers, velvet ribbon, and silk lining
Dimensions
Overall: 20.3 x 20.3 x 10.2 cm (8 x 8 x 4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Amelia Peabody and Mr. William S. Eaton
Accession Number46.325
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CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionSmall woman's hat intended to be worn on back of head. Henna colored ribbed silk with front edge trimmed with gathered henna plush, bows and ties of mahogany colored velvet ribbon, henna ostrich feathers on left side, tulle ruffle at back of neck, white silk half lining. Label: "Mdlle Costello Paris Millinery 48 Winter St. Boston". Worn by Mrs. Frank B Everett Peabody.