Bowler
G. A. Dunn and Co Ltd [hatters]
Category
Costume
Date
circa 1940
Materials
Silk, satin and wool
Measurements
115 mm (H); 27 mm (H)
Place of origin
Strand
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Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1152205
Summary
Bowler hat. A black wool raised nap bowler hat dated 1940 (circa). Trimmed with black silk petersham ribbon. Lined with white silk satin and buff cotton overstitched. Printed label 'R.A. Dunn and Co. Piccadilly Circus 373,4,5 The Strand London'.
Provenance
Given by Phillip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973.
Marks and inscriptions
Inside the crown: [Logo - A shield surmounted by a knight's helm with D on the shield. Latin motto beneath] VERITATE ET [...] / G..A..Dunn & Co. Ltd / Piccadilly Circus / 373.4.5 Strand / London
Makers and roles
G. A. Dunn and Co Ltd [hatters]