Antique Victorian Promenade Hat, ca. 1895 #antikestiefel circa 1925

circa 1925

The underarms of the sheer lining show signs of damage from wear and sweat

while a central appliqué of glass beads and glass pins provides a striking focal point

This rare German capot hat

Waist: ~ 72 cm

Antique Victorian Promenade Hat, ca. 1895 #antikestiefel circa 1925This artful little Victorian hat, dating to circa 1895, is a rare and whimsical example of late 19th century Spanish millinery, blending sculptural design with delicate embellishment. Crafted with a central hollow or depression, likely intended to accommodate the wearer's topknot or coiffure, the hat reflects the creative interplay between fashion and hairstyle during the Victorian era. Two stylized butterfly wings extend from the sides, adorned with