Early 20th Century Hats

Antique Chinese Jeweled Tremblant Hair Pick from the Art Deco period. Made with faux pearls and molded glass to replicate gems like jade and tourmalines. 4.5...

Early 20th Century Central Asian hat, possibly Uzbekistan or Turkmenistan, with an intricate geometric pattern of ruby red sequins and beads accented by crystals on silk. The interior is lined with a quilted floral printed cotton. From the estate and private collection of Peggy Slappey, a well traveled lady who passionately collected textile art from Central Asia. This hat was part of a 2016 exhibit at the Birmingham Museum of Art which displayed textiles from Ms. Slappey's extensive collection. The hat is pictured on page 73 of the catalog which is included. Additional items from Ms. Slappey's collection are available on the Modern & Moore homepage including Ikat robes...

Art Deco Pave Ball Comb form the 1920's. Graduated half spheres are pave set with emerald and sapphire paste stones on top of a faux tortoiseshell comb...

Charming Edwardian straw hat with chenille pussy willow embroidery. The pussy willows climb in all different directions across the crown and brim. Retai...

This exquisite 1920s flapper cloche hat with metallic raffia weave is in excellent vintage condition. The hat is molded in soft red felt, with a gross-grain band on in the interior so that the hat easily retains its position when worn. The exterior is an elaborately textured weave of coral cotton thread and gunmetal raffia sculpted to form stylish folds and culminates with a starburst arrangement at the crown. The reverse of the piece is beautifully embellished with a spray of fabric styled to look like thistles, with coral coloured feather trim to finish. The designer is unknown, however the label holds the signature of the famous John Wannamaker...

Edwardian Summer Daytime Hat w/ Flowers.

Art Deco Pierced Celluloid Comb from the 1920's. The celluloid has been patinaed and dozens of citrine pastes have been set along the openwork fan shape...

Poiret directoire style raffia cap with Martine style floral wreath embroideries. Although perceived of as a night bonnet, these were usually worn with late afternoon empire styled dresses...

Art Nouveau Poured Glass Plique Comb from the 1900's. Large art Nouveau clover motif bronze frame with pate de verre enamel accents throughout. Des...

Rare and historical fashion artifact from the house of Paul Poiret and the personal wardrobe of Denise Boulet Poiret. Paul Poiret is known as one of the innovators of 20th Century Haute Couture in Paris. Poiret established his own house in 1903, and made his name with the controversial kimono coat.He designed flamboyant window displays and threw legendary parties to draw attention to his work; his instinct for marketing and branding was unmatched by any previous designer. Poiret's house expanded to encompass furniture, decor, and fragrance in addition to clothing. In 1911, he established the company Parfums de Rosine, named for his eldest daughter. Poiret's name was never linked to the company, but it was effectively the first fragrance ever launched by a designer. Denise Poiret was mother, model and muse to the fantastical larger than life figure who revolutionized Parisian fashion in the early parts of the 20th Century. This hat was part of Denise Poirets personal wardrobe and is an example of Poirets chic and restrained day wear. Denise Poiret became known for wearing these simple turban-like hats and head treatments throughout social Paris which brought increased notariety to her husband's work. Madeleine Panizon was initally employed as a designer for Martine (Poiret's decorative Art Branch) and ultimately became the milliner for the house of Poiret...