Title
Hat, Top
Date
1892
Description
A top hat used in an Uncle Sam-type costume during the 1892 election for U.S. President. Made of felted wool with an American flag band around crown (probably made of cotton). Edge of brim and interior bound with grosgrain ribbon. Hat interior includes a printed paper label with portraits of G.O.P. candidates Benjamin Harrison and Whitelaw Reid.
Medium
Wool
Extent
6.5x12.5x9 in.
Identifier
2009.16.2
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