Livery tricorn hat
Simpson and Son
Category
Costume
Date
1900
Materials
Leather, Metal, Ostrich feather, Silk, Velvet
Measurements
400 mm (H)410 mm (W)410 mm (D)
Place of origin
South Audley Street
Collection
Tatton Park, Cheshire
NT 1298684
Summary
A livery tricorn hat made circa 1900. Made from black velvet 'beaver', long pile. Trimmed with ostrich feathers, braid, two red and silver bullion tassels, black cockade, red and silver striped 'Russian' braid and an embossed metal button.
Marks and inscriptions
Simpson and Son / Alford House / 63 South Andley St W (on silk lining)
Makers and roles
Simpson and Son, tailor