Millinery - Wooden Hat Block, 5 Part Puzzle Block HB062

Millinery - Wooden Hat Block, 5 Part Puzzle Block HB062

Maker: Riva Marches, Paris, France Code 157

Head size: approx 23" (58.5cm) (Can be adjusted to suit most head sizes) Oval form.

 An outstanding 5 piece Edwardian Toque crown block with stand. Has string groove and provision for under turnings to create a facing for smooth line at the edge.

A five-part block can be dismantled inside the blocked crown to allow you to get the crown off the block without stretching the fabric.

In excellent vintage condition, some watermarks and pin marks are evident.