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Hat
1740-1790
Description
A black tricorn hat. Constructed from a single piece of wool felt, this hat has a round crown and a low, round brim that is folded up and tacked to the sides of the crown to form a tricorn. Folding the brim in this way is called a "cocked" hat.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Wool
Museum Object Number
1960.1118
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1960.1118
Object Name
Hat
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Origin Notes
Probable origin England.
Date
1740-1790
Materials
- Wool
Dimensions (inches)
4.5 (H) x 14 (Diam)
Dimensions (centimeters)
11.43 (H) x 35.56 (Diam)