Two English hat boxes, late 19th century, both with brown leather trim and handles, the fitted interiors with red velvet lining, the locks stamped with "V R" (Victoria Regina) under a crown noting a patent issued during the Victorian Reign, together with one black top hat by Dunn and Co. London, one box with initials to handle "F.L. Fane" possibly for Frederick Luther Fane, MC (English 1875-1960) former five time captain of the English Cricket Team and recipient of the Military Cross. 16” H x 13.5” W x 13.5” D. Provenance: From a private residence at the Pierre Hotel.

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