Mushroom Silk Velvet Casque
Title
Mushroom Silk Velvet Casque
Description
Figure-8 casque made of hard wire wrapped in bias velvet tubing. The frame loops are decorated with velvet leaves that have been partially glued with micro-sequins. The leaves veins are created by heat-pressing the velvet to create fine grooves. The casque is finished with a small velvet bow.
Creator
Unknown designer
Date
1940-1949
Contributor
Anonymous donor
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018_P2-2361
Coverage
Unknown
Extent
6" wide; 4.25" deep
Curator Notes
Good condition. There are remains of netting that was probably used once to run hair pins through and to secure the hat. Good condition.
Textile
Silk Velvet
Photographer
Shane Patrick Qureshi
Curator
HCC Fashion Dept. Curatorial Team
Accession Number
2018.101.5
Collection
Citation
Unknown designer, “Mushroom Silk Velvet Casque,” HCC Fashion Archive, accessed February 2, 2023, https://hccfashion.omeka.net/items/show/561.