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Hat

Object Name:
Hat
Object ID:
1967.063.04
Date:
circa 1865
Description:
Hat, child's (boy's). Natural plaited straw. Oval crown, higher on one side. Narrow turned-up brim. Trimmed with blue ribbon with flat bow or double ruffle on high side. Paper lining gone. Numbers "236" and "438" sewn inside crown.
Material:
Textile
Grass
Provenance:
Belonged to William H. Woodbury (1863-1938), son of Daniel P. Woodbury of North Weare, NH. It was probably also worn by his brother, Frank T. Woodbury (1871-1950), father of the donors, Ruth A. Woodbury (1902-1985) and Dorcas L. Woodbury (1907-1980).
Credit Line:
Gift of Ruth A. Woodbury and Dorcas L. Woodbury
Subjects:
Hats, Straw hats
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