Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Late 18th C/early 19th C Calash Bonnet








From the seller:

This is a rare huge 18th century calash bonnet in a tan guaze like fabric and has a small bow on the back.
It is hand sewn and seems to have been a reddish color at one time.
The frame is reed and the body of the hat is in good condition - some of the seams along the back and bottom have seperation and mens (photos).
The bonnet is missing it's ties.

Measurements:
front to back..........19 1/2"
head opening around.........40"


From Me:

The overall shape suggest Regency rather than Rococo. It's very long compared to being fairly shallow but high.

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