Hat
1970-1979 (made)
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This navy blue linen hat with grosgrain ties and trim was designed by London milliner Andrew Wilkie. This informal design dates from a period when hat wearing was becoming less important for many women. It features a light linen fabric and minimum surface decoration. Delicate ruffles are the only embellishment.
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Materials and techniques | Woven linen and grosgrain |
Brief description | Linen hat with grosgrain ties, designed by Andrew Wilkie, England, 1970-1979 |
Physical description | Navy blue linen hat with navy grosgrain ties, and finished with a navy grosgrain edge and ruffles at the back. Two panels of fabrics are used to create the brim, one for the top of the hat and two surrounding the top. |
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Credit line | Given by the Bruce family, worn by Mrs David Bruce. |
Summary | This navy blue linen hat with grosgrain ties and trim was designed by London milliner Andrew Wilkie. This informal design dates from a period when hat wearing was becoming less important for many women. It features a light linen fabric and minimum surface decoration. Delicate ruffles are the only embellishment. |
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Accession number | T.261-1998 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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