Christian Dior Hat, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1948-1955

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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Hat

Date Made

1948-1955

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

89.492.1102

Credit

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

Material

Straw (Plant material)
Faille
Taffeta

Technique

Hand sewing

Color

Navy blue

Dimensions

Depth: 6 in (brim)
Height: 1 in (crown)
Diameter: 17 in (brim)
Diameter: 6 in (crown)

Inscriptions

Label: CHRISTIAN DIOR / PARIS / MADE IN FRANCE
Christian Dior Hat, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1948-1955