Livery bicorn hat
Simpson and Son
Category
Costume
Date
1900
Materials
Leather, Metal, Ostrich feather, Silk, Velvet
Measurements
420 mm (H)205 mm (W)
Place of origin
South Audley Street
Collection
Tatton Park, Cheshire
NT 1298685.2
Summary
One of two livery bicorn hats made circa 1900. Made from black velvet 'beaver'. 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
6[3/4]
Makers and roles
Simpson and Son, tailor