Friday, April 27, 2012

Adorable Bustle Era Straw Hat










From the seller:

This is an extraordinary Victorian bonnet from around the 1870's - 1880's.
It is a woven tan straw .
There is a rust striped bow on top with flowers and chenille wired trim.
The inside brim has brown velvet and along the outside brim are bronze beads.
There is a cotton lining, has some wear, with a remnant of a silk label that reads:
The Copeland Bro's Co.
The long striped silk ties are shattered but the ribbon on the bonnet is in good condition.
The overall condition of the straw bonnet is remarkable for it's age.

Measurements:
Head opening.........20"
Top front to back.......... 4 1/2"
Brim width......1 1/2"
Back....6 x 5 1/2"


From Me:

This is so sweet looking! I love how colorful it is. It would have made a great fall hat!

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