Lot 6353
A bicorne hat of a k.u.k. official with suitcase, circa 1900
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1502 Lots
Description
Stiff body covered in black silk mohair; features black grosgrain trim, black feather plume, and a gold bullion “agrafe” (darkened) with a gilt coat-of-arms button displaying the crowned double-headed eagle. Smooth white silk lining in a fine state of preservation; ochre-coloured leather sweatband. Matching hat box (provenance uncertain) made of linen-covered cardboard, featuring a blue cloth lining (with scattered tears) and leather closure strap and carrying handle. Slightly damaged in places, signs of age.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
