Hat, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1940-1944

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Artifact Overview

Elizabeth Parke Firestone, wife of tire magnate Harvey S. Firestone, Jr., cultivated a refined sense of fashion through years of interest in clothing design and collaboration with world-renowned couturiers. John-Frederics was one of the 20th century's foremost millinery firms. This design company created hats and other fashion accessories for celebrities and affluent society members, like Firestone.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Hat

Date Made

1940-1944

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

89.492.1093

Credit

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

Material

Velvet (Fabric weave)

Technique

Machine sewing (Technique)

Color

Red
Gold (Color)

Dimensions

Depth: 2.5 in (Depth of brim)
Diameter: 6.5 in (Diameter of crown)
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Inscriptions

JOHN FREDERICS/MADE TO ORDER