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Accession Number 1982.28.25 Title feather hat ornament Category Textileworking Tools & Equipment Object Type millinery supply, feather Date Made 1920s Culture North American Cultural Region North American Gender and Age not applicable Materials and Techniques feather Measurements overall: 28 x 17 cm Description

pink feathers wrapped with white cotton tape and wire into a bunch. Wrapped wire forms a hook at the end. End wrapped with gold and white label, no lettering. Ends of selected feathers are cut. Small holes in…

pink feathers wrapped with white cotton tape and wire into a bunch. Wrapped wire forms a hook at the end. End wrapped with gold and white label, no lettering. Ends of selected feathers are cut. Small holes in feathers suggest insect damage.

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