Christian Dior Hat, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1950-1959

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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Hat

Date Made

1950-1959

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

89.492.1121

Credit

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

Material

Straw (Plant material)
Ribbon (Material)
Grosgrain

Technique

Hand sewing

Color

Ivory (Color)
Gray (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 1.5 in (crown)
Depth: 2 in (brim)
Diameter: 6 in (crown)
Diameter: 9.5 in (brim)

Inscriptions

Label: MADE IN / FRANCE / CHRISTIAN DIOR / PARIS
Christian Dior Hat, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1950-1959