Identifier:
137389
Description:
This wool beret features horsehair and is a size 6 1/2. During the early 20th century hats were large in size and featured elaborate decorations such as artificial flowers, lace, buckles, feathers, and bird wings. Hats with turned-up brims became popular as well as the toque hat and picture hats. This beret was not a common style during this time period and is an excellent example of the unique hats worn in the early 20th century.
Date:
circa 1900
Materials:
Metal Wire, Wool, Satin, Horsehair
Dimensions:
12 in" h 8.5 in" w 3.5 in" d
Current Location Status:
In Storage
Collection Tier:
Tier 2
Source:
Gift Of Mrs. Edwin T. Hedrich
Related Entity:
Mrs. Edwin T. Hedrich (donor)
Related Objects:
Related Place:
Grand Rapids
