Collection of Seven Vintage Hats, 1880-1960s - Including Bes-Ben

Sold to benefit the Art Acquisition Fund at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfield.

This lot includes seven hats.

THE FIRST
1880's yellow silk velvet hat with pleated brim lined in silk.
Unlabeled

Approximate Measurements:
Sweatband Circumference: 14”

THE SECOND
Blue silk velvet hat with grosgrain ribbon bows, velvet balls, and net veil.
Unlabeled

Approximate Measurements:
Sweatband Circumference: 21.5”

THE THIRD
Mauve fur felt hat with cord and bow detail at brim, and net veil.
Label: Blum's Vogue / Chicago

Approximate Measurements:
Sweatband Circumference: 20”

THE FOURTH
Dark brown felt hat.
Label: Brosalion Italian

Approximate Measurements:
Sweatband Circumference: 20.25”

THE FIFTH
Dark blue straw hat with ruffled layer detail on brim and net veil.
Label: Blum's Vogue / Chicago
Size Label:

Approximate Measurements:
Sweatband Circumference: 20”

THE SIXTH
Navy fur felt crown hat with shaped front bow and net veil.
Label: Bes-Ben

Approximate Measurements:
Sweatband Circumference: 16.5”

THE SEVENTH
Black fur felt hat with peacock feather brim.
Label: Bes-Ben

Approximate Measurements:
Sweatband Circumference: 19.25”