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Hat
Velvet hat with head and feathers of a bird of paradise dyed black. Worn about 1914-20. The pile of the velvet is silk, ground weave probably cellulosic and synthetic lining. The bird has a wire going through its left nostril and has glass eyes which are attached to a metal pin that secures them in place. The hat is secured on the head with an elastic band.
Collection Area
Social & Cultural History
Item Number
F72.373
Historical Associations
Association Type: Wear
Date: 20th century (early)
Place: Caerdydd | Cardiff
Acquisition
Donation
Measurements
height (cm):overall 19
width (cm):overall 25
length (cm):overall 27
height (cm):height of crown inside c. 8-9cm
circumference (cm):(inner) 54cm
width (cm):(inner) 13
length (cm):(inner) 19
Material
Velvet
Feather
Synthetic (fabric)
Glass
Metal
Taxidermy
Skin
Bone
Keratin
Location
In store
Classification
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