On View
Not on viewtop hat
Artist
Geo. K. Mellen
Date1885-1890
Terms
- Hats
- Silk Fiber
Dimensions24.13 × 24.13 × 30.48 cm (9 1/2 × 9 1/2 × 12 in.)
MarkingsMaker's mark on interior: "GEO. K. MELLEN, / CONCORD, N.H."
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Hans W. Miller
Object numberCOS55.5.1
DescriptionRust-colored coachman or top hat made from silk plush. A dark reddish brown grosgrain ribbon is tied in a bow around the base of the crown. This same material is visible where the brim is upturned on two sides. The edges of the crown flare out toward the top. The hat is stored in its original Knox Hat Company box (COS55.5.2.1 lids, and .2 bottom).
Collections
- Historic Clothing
