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
Creators
Place of Creation
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
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