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Clothing and Accessories
Headwear
Women's Clothing
Clothing Accessories ➔ Mourning Hat
Identifier:
1987.86.4Description:
This mourning hat made of lace features a velvet bow on the back and velvet ties. In the 1880s women's hats were very elaborate and displayed decorations such as ribbons, feathers, lace, and flowers. This style of hat was mostly likely worn with a hairstyle of large curls or chignons at the neck. In Victorian society, it was customary to follow a strict etiquette for mourning royalty, political leaders and of course for relatives. This hat is a characteristic example of a key accessory that was required as part of the ritual. The production of mourning clothing was a lucrative business and items like this hat were commonly purchased.This hat was worn with dress 1987.86.1
Date:
circa 1880Materials:
Velvet, Ribbon, LaceDimensions:
7.5 in" h 6.5 in" w 1.5 in" dCurrent Location Status:
In StorageCollection Tier:
Tier 2Source:
Gift Of John V. PfeifferRelated Entities:
Mme. Kathryn, Importer (creator)Mme Kathryn was located at 147 Monroe Street in Grand Rapids Michigan. John V. Pfeiffer (donor)
