Millinery - Wooden Hat Block, Breton Brim Block with Stand 097

Millinery - Wooden Hat Block, Breton Brim Block with Stand 097

Maker: unknown

Head size: 23" (58.5cm) oval form

Circumference: 41 34" (106 cm) 

Brim depth dimensions: Front 5"   Back 3 1/4"  Sides 4 1/2"

Magnificent Breton Brim Block, circa 1960's to 70's. Classical, deep, sloping brim with a slight curved indent to head fitting. String groove and own stand.

Trivia: A Breton (or Bretonne) is a woman's hat with a round crown and a deep brim that is turned upwards all the way round, exposing the face. Most often the hat will have a domed crown and typically it is worn tilted to the back of the head.

In 1955, Christian Dior introduced the wide-brimmed Breton – also known as the padre hat – for its resemblance to ecclesiastical headgear. Unlike the more traditional tipped back Breton, this model was worn flat on the head

In excellent original vintage condition. Some surface cracking will not affect blocking. Some pin holes. RARE

Please Note: This is a large block, not very suitable for post bags. Please contact me if you wish to purchase and I will box it up and quote you for postage based on your delivery details.