Edges are worn. Condition is fair. Scarf lined in center area with black silk. This is a new replaced lining that someone has put in. Appears that scarf was worn with the point over the forehead.
Condition is good.
Brim has numerous light grey 'tufts' throughout to keep wool filling in place. There is evidence that the fabric for this hood was salvaged from a dress or other garment, as you can see marks were there used to be stitching that has no relation to the construction of the hood. Black silk ties. Several very small holes in the gathers at the top of the crown, otherwise hood is in very good condition. This delightful early tophat box is of pasteboard stitched together with linen thread and covered with a cream colored paper printed with stripes and delicate roses in pinks, maroon, and green.