Taupe/Brown Sombrero with Gold Embroidery
Date1950-1987
MediumFelt, cotton, metallic thread, satin, leather.
Dimensions6 1/2 x 21 in. (16.5 x 53.3 cm)
ClassificationsClothing -- Headware
Catalog number1988.2.405
DescriptionThe taupe colored sombrero has dark brown material at the edge and base of head area which has zigzagging gold thread. Front of head area has embroidered flower and leaves with braided area and tassels on each sided. It is lined in red satin with maker's mark and a little green bow. The sweatband is leather. Two tan, suede strips are attached as ties. More leaves, flowers with sequins and lines are along unembroidered edge.Status
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c1915
