Christian Dior Hat, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1955-1960

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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Hat

Date Made

1955-1960

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

89.492.1138

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mrs. Harvey Firestone, Jr.

Material

Straw (Plant material)
Silk (Textile)
Ribbon (Material)
Grosgrain

Technique

Braiding
Hand sewing

Color

White (Color)

Dimensions

Diameter: 4 in (Crown)
Height: 5 in (Crown)

Inscriptions

Label: MADE IN / FRANCE / CHRISTIAN DIOR / PARIS
Christian Dior Hat, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1955-1960