Collection Highlights
An Historical Account of the Black Empire of Hayti: comprehending a view of the principal transactions in the revolution of Saint Domingo; with its antient and modern state
Date:
1805
Object Number:
LIB.F1923.R15.1
Medium:
Paper, book
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cocked hat (reproduction)
Object Number:
1936.807
Date:
1880-1930
Medium:
Felt, other textile, leather, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 x 17 x 13 in. ( 15.2 x 43.2 x 33 cm )
Marks:
in relief: on button: "54"
printed paper label: affixed inside lower edge of crown: "7 1/2"
Description:
Black felt reproduction of an American Revolution era cocked hat (tricorn) with black ribbon cockade with loop of gold braid and metal button embossed with number "54"; gold hat cord with tassel; leather sweatband.
Gallery Label:
According to the accession records, this hat was used by Henry A. Ogden as a prop for his historical paintings.
Credit Line:
Gift of the Estate of Henry A. Ogden
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
