Large Titanic era woven straw ladies hat with ribbon band and forming large bow in rear. Has a black velvet inner band with a cotton draw string inner lining with makers label stamp. Reads: E. Kraus – 820-812 Parade St. - Erie, Pa.

CONDITION
Poor condition. Straw weavings have come apart in places and needs to be stabilized with a glue. Many broken straw braids. A lovely hat for display only, too fragile to wear in its present condition.

APPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS
Interior circumference - approx. 29"
Width of brim – front brim approx. 2-1/4”
Height of flat crown - approx. 5-1/2"
Total width across back to front 13-1/2" and across side 13-1/2”.

MATERIAL TYPE
Woven straw, silk satin ribbon

ERA
1915

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